Stratford High School - Log Yearbook (Stratford, CT)

Text from Pages 1 - 120 of the 1962 volume:

HIGH SCHOOL LOG Volume 35 2 ADMINISTRATION . . 6 FACULTY............. 8 SENIORS.............22 UNDERCLASSMEN . . 54 ACTIVITIES..........68 SPORTS..............88 ADVERTISEMENTS . . 104 , i wmnec ufimobAJ i Jzrif, wwm, otxa W yfae fi e oia t f oyncjeff d 5aJ fffa Zbffo, jfecauAA f f jfe, J dy Jmd z?z a e jfe i o iQAie. c mz‘4 At£z A - jts, Wlt The LOG is more than a chronicle of events, or a pictorial review of class- mates. It is a mirror, in which is reflected a composite image of each and every one of us. As we look into it, we see ourselves as central figures, with clean, whole outlines. In the background, in- separable from the self-image, are reflections of events and people. It is these which give the outlined forms depth and dimension. Before we put the mirror aside, let us study these shadowy reflections which filled our school years, and reflect upon their significance to us. Here are the hours of study before the big test, the noisy class discussions, the victories and defeats at games, the dreaminess of the Christmas Formal, the frenzied rush to meet that final deadline, and the club meetings after school. All of these — serious, thoughtful, gay, sad, inspired — parts of us as we appear in the mirror of the present. Even closer, with hands outstretched towards us, are the images of people. They are the teachers, admin- istrators, and friends who, by showing us the reflections of our capabilities and shortcomings, enabled us to see ourselves in our entirety. We cannot envision the future, as no mirror can reflect it. We will be the mirrors upon which the years to come will cast their reflection. The glass is bright; the image unclouded. We are ready to fulfill the aspirations and lead- ership of those to whom we turn in this moment of reflection. ADMINISTRATION: 61 MR. ELDEN H. DUSTIN The Class of 1962 has done well to choose Reflections as the theme of its Log. History shows us that nations and institutions grow and improve in proportion as they profit from reflections on past events, capitalizing on strengths and eradicating weaknesses. The individual, also, gains strength when he reacts wisely to serious reflections con- cerning his past experiences. In a very personal way, I would like to reflect on my 17 years of association with Stratford High School. I am privileged to have been a small part of its history, which extends even beyond its first gradu- ating class, 75 years ago. The customs and traditions of Stratford High School have become very much a part, a valued part, of my life. I have a very warm and personal regard for its present student body and its graduates whom I have known. I wish all good things in the future for all of you. Elden H. Dustin Principal MR. MICHAEL SAVKO While pleasant memories are always a source of gratification to all, memories of high school days are, for most people, a treasury of pleasantries which can be utilized as a pause that refreshes when- ever days become somewhat dull and drab. In future years, you too can refresh yourselves by reliving the enthusiastic joy you felt when Big Red was victorious on the ball field, by re-experiencing the satisfaction of a job well done when your name was placed on the honor roll, by re-telling all the events that go into the make-up of four wonderful years. Yet you, the Class of 1962, have something which must not be placed away in'that treasury of memories to be enjoyed only occasional- ly. That important something is your class motto, God is our Light; May He brighten our path. You would do well to reflect solemnly upon these words every day of your lives. For in this short phrase you have expressed the premise from which the philosopher must build his quest for truth; the formula by which the scientist should search for an understanding of reality, the principle under which the teacher must labor to spread enduring knowledge. Never forget that your class motto might one day prove to be the salvation of our world. Michael Savko Assistant Principal Mr. Dustin and Mr. Savko give their farewell to the faculty and students. DR. GEORGE CHARLESWORTH MRS. ANNE DOBRICH MR. EVERETT WORDELL Some of the most influential forms and events in our mirror of reflections are to be found in the Guidance Office. The numerous problems of selection of courses, of colleges, of branches of the armed forces are all brought here, and its small confines are ever filled with questioning students. A never-ending race against time takes place with deadlines for SAT's and college admission applications, interviews, ap- pointments, and conferences. Guided by knowledge, experi- ence and insight, advice is given and direction is found. These counselors are pathfinders for the future. o Mrs. Dobrich assists in the search for the right college. LIBRARY The library is a cheerful place, with its rows of plants and rows of books. The student who enters is immediately aware of the many sources of informa- tion which surround him. Nothing is static here. Materials expand, orienta- tion classes are instructed in where to find it, and Miss Stork is ever ready with help and advice for the seeker. Thus, the library reflects the growth of uni- versal knowledge. Both reading and vocabulary labora- tories are now well established in our curriculum. All readers, both the slow and the fast, receive help in speed and comprehension by constant drill with mechanical aids and reading exercises. In vocabulary workshop, the base roots of our language are traced back through the centuries to their original meaning, and then learned. The mul- tiple areas encompassed within the written word are thoroughly explored. The pleasure derived from reading with understanding extends into the future. Mr. Paternoster helps. 9 HE LABORATORY The study of English is the study of ourselves. We are a part of every sentence we create; we find replicas of ourselves in every book we read. Our language is the instrument we use every day for communication. Our national culture is reflected in the words of Sandburg or Frost, our traditions are reflected in Shakespeare or Dickens, our heritage is mirrored in all the world litera- ture to which we have access. Our language can express beauty, decision and truth — our lives can express the same. Mrs. McCracken enjoys English too. MRS. RUTH McCRACKEN The problems of civil govern- ment, the rise of civilization and the modern world, the growth of our nation, the problems facing a democracy — these are what we have studied. Field trips, guest speakers, panel discussions, group reports, term papers, and copious notes — these are the means by which we have studied them. All have fortified us, as members of a society, to cope with our share in world problems. Mr. Walter Dunbar Mr. Victor Fox 'We can think better with our hats on ' MISS ANNE PARIS There is more to the study of French, Latin and Spanish than the learning of nouns, verbs, adjectives and adverbs. There is the under- standing of the people, their habits and customs. In these we can find aspects of ourselves. Our whole- ness as a nation is, in part, attribut- able to them. 13 Mrs. Avis Alcott Mr. Domenick Feliconio Miss Margaret Flanagan Mrs. Marie McCormick Mrs. Virginia Preston Miss Katherine Re Mrs. Anita Raymond BUSINESS IN RECOGNITION One image in the mirror of the past which will remain undimmed in years to come, is that of Miss Imelda Goyette, devoted teacher, efficient administrator, and sincere friend. Serving for thirty-four years as a member of our faculty, five of them as head of our Business Department, her influence and judgment have helped mold many a career in the business world. Miss Goyette's activities at Stratford High School were not only confined to the business area but reached into many diversified fields. She holds a special place in the annals of the senior class for she served as its adviser for twenty-nine years. Unselfish and dedicated, she will be long revered by the many students whose preparation was completed under her knowledgeable guidance. MR. LESLIE FAULKNER The image of the perfect complement to any office is ever-present in the minds of all those enrolled in the business courses at Stratford High. The basic skills, those working tools of industry, are being mastered here. The chipped fingernails and ink-stained hands, the frantic rush of pencils over shorthand pads, the clattering of the keys racing against the time clock, and the wonder of an error-free bookkeeping as- signment make this branch of our curriculum essential to our national economic structure. MISS IMELDA GOYETTE 14 MR. KENNETH HATHAWAY From our faltering steps into the maze of axioms, derivations and mathematical symbols, the members of our Mathematics Department have directed us through the in- tricacies leading to intermediate and advanced mathematics. We have been taught the values of perseverance. We have learned to reason and to define. Needs and capacities varied, but the goals were the same for all. Let's not look like a null set. Mr. Wilsie Currie Mr. Leo Robitaille Mrs. Evelyn Sass 15 INDUSTRIAL ARTS MR. JOHN RADDER Concentration! The Shop area is a man's world filled with hammers, nails, soldering guns, carburetors, spark plugs and wrenches. There, skill and achievement walk hand in hand to form a craftsman who will step into this world of automation. He will be the draftsman, the builder and the machinist, smoothing the Mr. Carl Erickson Mr. Earl Flagg road we will travel. As one girl skillfully completes a suit in a Tailoring class, another, in a Foods class is busy preparing a tempting meal. Is that something burning? Of course not. The boys in Chef's Club are cooking up one of their delicacies. A Home Family Living class presents the problems that arise in the household. Reflections of these scenes may well be duplicated in the future when the foundations of our success will be established in our own homes and families. Miss Joanne Coon Miss Barbara Folsom Mrs. Kathryn Park Ya see, ya gotta beat it 'til it's nice and smooth. Teeth were made before scissors. Art is a reflection of the inner self. In the classroom, self-expression is en- couraged through many media, among which are posters, stage scenery, de- sign, sculpture, and layout. Inspiration and the necessary tools are the only prerequisites. An appreciation for the work of other artists, past and present, is cultivated. Enrichment of personality, as well as vocational direction, is the result. MR. DAVID PROCTOR ART Don't disturb me while I'm painting.' Keep inside the lines, Charlie. Mrs. Joan Hamilton Mr. John McNamara Music can take many forms, all of which produce some type of pleasure or fulfillment for both listener and performer. Under the director's baton. Jazz rhythms, Marches and choral harmonies are but part of the repertoire. The whole is melodic sound. o CO The band plays for our Thanksgiving assembly. EDUCATION Physical well-being is inseparable from intellect- ual growth. Participation in team and individual sports stresses coordination between mind and body. Sound and able citizens with the qualities of fair- ness and respect towards others are developed in gym — a preparation for life through play and dis- cipline. Why we have school insurance. 19 MR. JAMES PENDERS Mrs. Jule Malone Mr. Pat Caseria Mr. Albert Sency Our world is one in which science is reflected in 'national defense, national health and national social welfare. The high school labora- tory is the first training ground for future scientists who will contribute variously to curative medicine, con- structive uses for nuclear power, and new invention. It is also the training ground for those of us who will benefit as part of a well- informed public, which has learned to question and to think scien- tifically. A strong, healthy, secure nation of people takes its place proudly beside its world brothers. 20 I don't care what the book says, it has six legs.' Miss Ethel Peck Mrs. Helen May Youngs The red and gold hats with feathers, special privi- leges, the play, the Prom, Baccalaureate services and graduation, all reflect the last and final senior year. It was a year filled with hard work and fun alike, with happiness and sadness, with anticipation at the thought of graduating and reluctance at the prospect of leaving. As we hand over the spoon with our colors and our year engraved upon it, we will be giving away a part of ourselves to be blended into the forth- coming senior classes of Stratford High. We repre- sent the image toward which the others strive, the final goal. When our names are called and we step up to receive our diplomas, each of us will mirror the achievements of our graduating class, and the ideals of our school. The future is ours to do with as we may. Let us hope that our dreams of the future will be as fulfilling as our reflections of the past! Mr. Wolfson, the Senior officers, and the Senior Council have all donated their time and energy to make this year the best year; a year to be remembered; a year upon which to reflect. Their leadership, guidance, and planning for the Senior dance, play, prom and ban- quet have cast an image which will long be remembered by the graduating Sen- ior Class. MR. HERBERT WOLFSON Advisor The Image of Leadership; SENIOR COUNCIL a Reflection of the Class MARILYN JONES Secretary JUDY CARPENTER Treasurer SHEILA L. AGRESTA THOMAS P. BAKER Shell 119 Winfield Drive A candle of understanding is the heart A good-natured gal . . . nimble with a needle. Log Staff 4; Steno Pool 4 Tom 81 Sands Place Make all you can, save all you can, give all you can Slight build, strong character . . .. deni- zen of the bowling alleys. Bowling 4 ALSTON ANNE M. BANVILLE 966 Longbrook Avenue 'Music is like the voice of a friend, sincere and beautiful -Qur '■rcrarrlte Weaver trdealel m A.A. Delegate 3; Bo S orts Club 12, 2 3, 4; Tas)t 2v aiL ; Homeroom Secretary 4} Masquers 4; -M6ft iety Show 3, 4; Varsity Lettermen's A Cappella 3; Flag Twirlers 4 DAVID G. ANDRISO Dave 227 Peace Street To worry is to waste energy He who is friendly never lacks friends . . . the athletic type . . . stay loose. A.A. Delegate 1, 2; Boys' Sports Club 2, 3; Basketball 1, 2; Football 2, 3, Co- Captain 4; Homeroom President 4; Var- sity Lettermen's .Club 4 RICHARD D. BANYAI 1855 Main Street They can conquer, who believe they can Interested in good times . . . connoisseur of cars. r j ' DAVID M. BAUy x J- ■ Boofz J-J A , lff5 Lm fel Street i � i j QytyV j ■, Nothing is so strong a g htleness; nqthin so g |h g strength Swimming, and fun are his passions .. . homevy Vk — a foreign Iwo}d jij his vocabulary. j (J 'A.A. Delegate 4; Boys'. Sports Club 2, 3, 4; Intramural Footbdll 4; Swim Team 2, 3, 4; Senex 4 JAMES W. AUTEN 880 Judson Place It is the nature of a great mind to be calm and undisturbed Tall, dark and handsome . . . thought by many to be quiet, but only a chosen few really know! Football 2; Swim Team 4; Glee Club 3; Track 2, 3, 4 WILLIAM S. BABCOCK 1596 Elm Street An effort made for the happiness of others lifts us above ourselves Apple eater . . . always plenty to do but not enough time to do it. Class Council 3, 4; F.N.A. 2, 3; Girls' Sports Club 2, 3, Secretary 4; Home- room President 3; Leaders' Club 4; Log Staff 4; Spanish Club 3; National Honor Society 4 16 Beach Drive A man who turns chance into good fortune Really bowls them over . . . the Coast Guard lies ahead. Bowling 4 MARLENE L. BENE Mar 1189 Main Street Promise is most given when least is said Has a question in her voice ... a busy sewing bee. Class Council 2, 4; F.T.A. 2; Homeroom Secretary 3; Spanish Club 3; National Honor Society 4; Senex 4 LOUISA BENSON Lisa 748 Prospect Drive Her brush is striking, restless and and grand Individualistic display in all that her busy hands create ... an avid interest in almost everything. Band 2, 3, Treasurer 4; Debating Club 3, 4; Girls' Sports Club 3, 4; Leaders' Clubs 4; Log Staff 3, 4; Masquers 4; Ski Club 3; Senex 4 SABRA BENSON Sabra 748 Prospect Drive A merry heart does as much good as a medicine Her cheerfulness can brighten the dullest days . . . quick and sprightly humor. Band 2, Vice President 3, President 4; Clarion 4; Debating Club 3, 4; Girls' Sports Club 2, 3, 4; Leaders' Club 3, 4; Masquers 4; Class Council 4 LINDA G. BERARD Lin 399 Sherwood Place The rule of my life is to make business a pleasure, and pleasure my business Fun and frolic a e her stocks-in-trade . . . impish charm. Girls' Sports Club 2; Steno Pool 4; Senex 4 DONALD R. BEVANS Don 674 Columbus Avenue I never lost a little fish — yes, I am free to say, it always was the biggest fish I caught that got away Sets his sail for the Navy . . . great man with a rod and reel. 27 WILLIAM T. BIRNEY Bill 93 Homestead Avenue Responsibility walks hand in hand with capacity and power Subtle charm not masked by superficia- lity . . . placid personality . . . mischief lurks behind those glasses. Class President 4; Intramural Baseball 1; Intramural Basketball 2; Spanish Club Co-President 4; Track 2 RICHARD J. BITTNER Rick 135 6th Avenue A little nonsense now and then Young and fair and debonair ... an off-key warbler. Baseball 2, 3, 4; Class Council 3, 4; Swim Team 2, 3, 4 DENNIS G. BOLLIER Denny 188 Burritt Avenue A man is not poor if he can still laugh Button-down collars and khaki pants . . . playful punster. Class Council 4; Swim Team 2; Track Team 2 JOYCE N. BOUCHARD Joyce 132 Masarik Avenue A quiet dignity possessed by few An eager aider . . . twinkling eyes. A Cappella 3, 4; Band 3, 4; F.N.A. 2, 3, 4; Girls' Sports Club 2, 3, 4 GARY R. BOYHEN Gary 735 Stratford Road Today is the thing let tomorrow take care of itself A sure winner on the track of life . . . a sportsman's life for me. Class Council 4; Track 3 WILLIAM V. BOYNTON Bill 94 King's College Place Character is like an acrostice — read it backward, or across, it still spells the same thing Where there's a 'Will' there's a way ' especially in Chem Lab ... a free-styler. A.A. Delegate 2, 3; Band 2, 3; French Club President 3; Masquers 4; Physics Club President 3; National Honor So- ciety 3, President 4; Swim Team 2, 3, Co-Captain 4; Senex 4 MARY S. BRISTOL Maria 12 Laurel Street One must look into people as well as at them Sparkling in sports . . . unhampered imagination. Cheerleader 3, 4; Latin Club 4; F.T.A. 3; Ski Club 3; Senex 4 DENNIS H. BRAATZ Denny 91 Wood Avenue Wit makes its own welcome, and levels all distinctions Books are to clutter up the desk with . . . noteworthy bigness and brawn. Football 2; Swim Team 4; Track 2, 4 DAVID BRADBURY Dave 180 Washington Parkway There are often voice and words in a solemn look A dependable person and a likeable fellow . . . quiet but friendly. CATHERINE M. BRENNAN Cathy 41 Bedford Court Nothing worries her, nothing hurries her That carefree air . . . found in a circle of friends . . . who's the new boy? Service Corps 2; Steno Pool 4 DONALD A. BRESH Don 2921 Main Street Talent is nurtured in solitude, character is formed in the stormy billows of the world Humor is the harmony of the heart . . . study halls are for sleeping . . . friendly advice for everyone. 28 DENNIS G. BROWN Buzzy 1527 South Avenue All life is itself but a game of football Always willing to help . . . sees the world through rose-colored glasses. Football 3, 4 GERALDINE BROZOSKA Jerri 1624 West Broad Street Her voice is ever soft and gentle and low; an excellent thing in a girl Dance enthusiast . . . there's purpose and direction in her life. F.T.A. 3 MADELINE F. BUCCIERI Maddy 52 Columbus Avenue Friendship improves happiness and abates misery by doubling our joy and dividing our sorrow Sweet and petite ... a light heart lives longer. F.B.L.A. Vice President 3, President 4; DIANNE M. BURGER Di 30 Minor Cross The rays of happiness like those of light, are colorless when unbroken Young at heart . . . slightly talkative. DAVID A. BUTLER Dave 55 Newport Avenue Work and acquire, and thou hast chained the wheel of chance Second period — the rooster at the hen party . . . jazz enthusiast. J.V. Track 2; Masquers 4; Physics Club 3; Class Council 4; Senior Play 4; Spanish Club 3 JAMES T. BUTLER Jim 355 Columbus Avenue Still waters run deep Active in the sport of archers ... re- served in manner. PATRICIA A. BUTLER Patty 66 Randolph Street Give to the world the best you have Quiet charm pervades the whole . . . refreshing simplicity ... a paragon of common sense. A.A. Treasurer 4; Clarion 4; Dramateers 2; Girls' Sports Club 2, 3, 4; Homeroom Vice-President 3; Homeroom President 4; Masquers 3, 4 RICHARD E. CABLE Tab 1136 Broadbridge Avenue The fun grew fast and furious The devil is a charmer . . . Hey, sweetiel Intramural Basketball 2; Intramural ' Football 2 VINCENT M. CARNEY Skip 1169 Main Street Life is a jig-saw puzzle with most of the pieces missing Shop ahoy! ... at home in the deep. JUDY ANN CARPENTER Judy 79 Homestead Avenue The most sensible of all pleasures consists in promoting the pleasure of others Liveliness and talent her greatest assets . . . bewitching brown eyes. Class Treasurer 1, 3, 4; Class Council 1, 2, 3, 4; Homeroom President 1, 2, 3; Masquers 3, 4; Senior Play; Thespians 4; Twirling Squad 2, 3, Head Majorette 4; Variety Show 1, 3 THOMAS V. CARROLL Flash 87 Yale Street The laws of behavior yield to the energy of the individual Quick and wiry . . . great with a golf club . . . Napoleon was little, too. Golf Team 3, 4; Latin Club 3; Class Council 4 CORRINE E. CEJKOVSKY Wow-Wow 390 Canaan Road Frame your mind to mirth and merri- ment which bar a thousand harms and lengthen life That flashing smile and dimples, too . . . Whaat?l WILLIAM J. CHIARENZELLI Bill 228 Oakland Street Only so much do I know, as I have lived Athletics make the man — and what a man! . . . Let's go to the gym . . . a St. Nicholas laugh. A.A. Delegate 1, 2, 3, 4; Boys' Sports Club 3, 4; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Swim Team 1, 2, 3, 4; Track 1, 2, 3, Co- Captain 4; Varsity Lettermen's Club 3, 4 29 CLIFFORD L. CHILLEMI Cliff 26 Boston Avenue The secret of success is consistency of purpose Quiet and reserved . . . clothes make the man. Boys7 Sports Club 2, 3, 4; J.V. Football 2; Latin Club 3, 4; Class Council 4; Varsity Lettermen7s Club 3; Varsity Track 3 ROBERT A. CLIFFORD Cliff 581 Sedgewick Avenue If it be right do it boldly; if it be wrong leave it undone Would the Town Fair be safe without him? . . . car model-maker. JANICE C. COLBORNE Jan 304 First Avenue Variety is the mother of enjoyment Especially interested in music . . . lives life enthusiastically. A Cappella 3, 4; Girls7 Chorus 2; Mas- quers 3 JUDITH A. CONANT Jude 151 Drome Avenue Fond of fun as fond can be Unique personality . . . potential in- terior decorator. Stage Crew 2, 3, 4 CARLA M. CONTI Carla 359 Soundview Avenue True merit, like a river, the deeper it is, the less noise it makes A welcome addition from New York . . . raven hair. Homeroom Secretary 4 KATHLEEN M. CONWAY Size 4 1004 Stratford Road From small beginnings come great things Tiny and trim . . . few cares or worries. ROBERT M. CORNISH Bob 26 Cottage Place From the crown of his head to the soles of his feet, he is all mirth77 Humor, very dry . . . Boy, very tall . . . Clothes, very sharp. Masquers 2, 3, Vice-President 4; Class Council 4; Variety Show 3, 4 NANCY F. CORVINO Nance 92 Franklin Avenue A good-natured person is never out of place Dark eyes and hair coupled with a beautiful voice . . . flying fingers at the typewriter. A Cappella 3; F.B.L.A. Secretary 3, Re- porter 4; Girls7 Sports Club 2, 3; Lea- ders7 Club 3, 4; Log Staff 4; Mixed Choir 2; Steno Pool 4; National Honor Society JANET E. CURTIS Jan 55 Warwick Avenue The habit of looking on the best side of every event is worth more than a million dollars77 Conscientious and cordial . . . quiet, not quite. F.N.A. 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club 3 BARBARA E. CWIK Barb 340 Bruce Avenue A companion who is cheerful is worth gold Impressive dresser . . . Bosh77 . . . prefers pretzels. 30 THOMAS J. DALTON Tommy 2999 Broadbridge Avenue A bachelor is a souvenir of some woman who found a better one at the last minute General Electric man . . . retiring. A.V. Club 3; Homeroom President 2, Treasurer 4 VIOLET M. D'AMICO Vi 1786 Broadbridge Avenue A heart of gold is reflected in a silvery personality Happy smile, happy talk ... a helper in business. Class Council 3, 4; Girls' Sports Club 2; Log Staff 4 EDWARD O. DANA, Jr. Ed 30 Maureen Street Good humor is one of the best articles of dress one can wear in society The Navy's seas for him . . . School — are you serious? . . . scuba diving and water sports. PAULA M. DeBERNARDO Paula 635 Honeyspot Road Cheerfulness keeps up a kind of light in the mind filling it with perpetual serenity She is happy in the happiness of others . . . school spirit in excess. F.N.A. 3; Class Council 4; Sports' Club 4 FRANK A. DelVECCHIO Dell 2909 Main Street The most useless day.of all is that in which we have not laughed Original humorist . . . hardly an intro- vert. Debating Club 2, 4, President 3; Drama- teers 2; Masquers 3, President 4; Physics Club 3; Senior Play 4; Spanish Club 3; Swim Team Manager 3, 4; Track 2; Variety Show 3, 4 LUCIA A. de NICOLO Smitty 1536 Main Street 'To listen well is as powerful a means of influence as to talk well Sports enthusiast twirler. . energetic flag Flag Twirlers 4; Girls' Sports Club 2 DIANE LEE DeROSA Di 1761 West Broad Street One who is the master of patience is master of everything else Reserved and polite . . . friends are her hobbies. F.N.A. 2; Science Club 1 BONNIE E. DERRAH Bon 1661 Barnum Avenue A faithful friend is a strong defense All American Girl . . . breezy and bright. Girls' Sports Club 2, 3, 4; Leaders' Club 3 LYNDA E. DESROSIERS Lyn 30 Mohawk Street The surest way not to fail is to be determined to succeed Fun'n frolic forever . . . big business on a small scale. F.B.L.A. 3, 4; Homeroom Secretary 2, 3, 4; Leaders' Club 3; Spanish Club Sec- retary 3; Girls' Sports Club 2, 3, 4; Steno Pool 3, 4 MARIA B. DIAZ Dondi 215 Garibaldi Avenue She alone has lost the art to live who cannot win new friends Laughter in abundance . . . unpredic- table and unpretentious. F.B.L.A. Secretary 4; Masquers 4; Girls' Sports Club 4; Steno Pool 4 BERNARDO DIEGO Bernie 286 Bruce Street A man's own manner and character are what most become him A welcome Spanish-speaking friend from the island of Cuba. JAMES R. DILLON Jim 130 West Avenue To be brief is to be inspired A car's best friend ... I can fix any- thing provided it has wheels. HELEN F. DIMENNA Helen 116 Yarwood Street A gentle heart is tied with an easy string Cake and candy lover ... a subtle, yet warm radiation ... a love for the Navyl Girls' Choir 2; Service Corp 2 KENNETH R. DIXON Ken 174 Masarik Avenue If a man can have a car, what else is there in life? Cars first, last, and always ... a would- be member of the Coast Guard. SHARYN L. DORSET Sharyn 155 Pauline Street One crowded hour of glorious life is worth an age without a name Enjoys a profusion of friends . . . really neat. F.N.A. 3; Service Corps 2; Spanish Club 3; Girls' Sports Club 2, 3, 4 32 WILLIAM F. DUNN Bill 2820 Main Street He said little but to the purpose Strums a guitar . . . aims for accounting. Inramural Baseball 2; Intramural Foot- ball 2 LAURELL G. DUNNA Laurie 61 California Street There was a bright, dancing star and under that she was born Finding friends or making them . . . gentle graciousness. A Cappella 4; Flag Twirlers, Captain 3, 4; Girls' Choir 3 JOHN O. EATON Jack 797 East Broadway I never think of the future for it comes soon enough Placid poker player . . . Got any gum? Baseball 2, 4 ALICE E. ELLIOTT Ness 1005 Prospect Drive Never trouble trouble 'til trouble troubles you Her wealth is in her friends . . . Smiles Homeroom Vice-President 3; Masquers 3, 4; Class Council 4; Senior Play 3, 4; Student Council 3, Executive Board 3, Treasurer 4; Thespians 3, 4; Ushers' Guild 3, 4; Variety Show 3, Director 4 SUZANNE ERBTER Sue 1546 West Broad Street Strongest minds often are those of whom the noisy world hears least Quiet cheerfulness ... A behind-the- scenes worker. F.T.A. 2, 3, 4; Leaders' Club 3, 4; Na- tional Honor Society 3, 4; Class Council 4; Senex 4 VIRGINIA M. ERRICO Ginny 205 Holmes Street She is so free, so kind, so apt, so blessed in disposition Are there any omissions or correc- tions? . . • happiness in perpetual motion. Class Council 3, 4; F.B.L.A. 3, 4; Girls7 Sports Club 3; Junior Red Cross 2; Lea- ders' Club 3; Ushers' Guild 3, Secretary 4; Student Council 4 JAMES A. EVANS Jim 33 Bush Court Do unto others as you would have others do unto you The ministry beckons ... a rich and gentle voice. A Cappella Choir 3, President 4; Class Council 3 DIANNE FERGUSON Danny 503 King Street Earnestness is enthusiasm tempered by reason Down to earth with a faraway gleam . . . prejudiced when it comes to Penn- sylvania. PATRICIA A. FINNEGAN Pat 233 Washington Parkway Her unextinguished laughter shakes the skies Always carrying a basket of jokes . . . red hair which becomes her personality. There A coin Boys' 4 Well-versed in the culinary arts ... I wasn't talking! T. FRANKLIN FARRAR Frank 173 Larkin Court He profits most who serves best Baseball is his forte . . . appreciative of the weaker sex. Baseball 2; Basketball 2 -c BETTY R. FJ ATTAROLI —N } j 2jfc afl Street tu)a.V- - rne.to talk of TTTgS'4- as comejo raiK ot many tWrrfg: Here corner and Betty! S.H.SA chcm A Cappella 3; Band 2, 3, 4; Clarion 3, 4; F.T.A. 2, 3; Leaders' Club 3, 4; Girls' Sports Club 3, 4; Masquers 3, Corresponding Secretary 4; Senex 4 VIRGINIA A. FAGAN Ginny 225 Washington Parkway Only deeds give strength to life, only moderation gives it charm Bookkeeping whiz . . . dancing's her first love. Steno Pool 4; Senex 4 ROBERT L. FITZMORRIS Bob 156 Bush Court A little credulity helps one through life very smoothly Motorcycle enthusiast . . . none too serious . . . plans to join the Army. RONALD D. FOX Foxie 337 Weber Street A man isn't poor if he still can laugh 33 ROBERT E. FULLER Bob'' 668 Honeyspot Road It is motive alone that gives character to the actions of men He plays to win, but his good sportsman- ship is always present . . . football is his passion. A.A. Delegate 2, Vice President 3; Foot- ball 2, Co-Captain 3, 4; Boys' Sports Club 2, 3, 4; Homeroom President 3, 4; J.V. Baseball 2; J.V. Basketball 2; Var- sity Lettermen's Club 3, 4; Variety Show 3; Varsity Track 2 LYNNE GABRIELE Little One 353 Birdseye Street Life is not life at all without deliijht Small in stature . . . big in heart. F.N.A. 3; Girls' Sports Club 3; Leaders' Club 3, 4; Spanish Club 3 CAROL J. GAGLIARDI Carole 115 Burritt Avenue The animation of youth overflows spontaneously in harmonious movements Deft with shears, hairclips, and rollers . . . raven-haired package of littleness . . . let's dancell Homeroom Secretary 2; Homeroom Treasurer 4; Girls' Sports Club 2, 3, 4; Leaders' Club 4 CHESTER J. GALEMBA Chet 1188 Wells Place Good humor is one of the best articles of dress one can wear in society Sly laugh, explosive jokes . . . C-H-E- S-T-E-R! Chess Club 3; Football 4; Senior Play 4; Track 4; Variety Show 4 VERONICA T. GALIK Ronnie 1321 Main Street Life is to be fortified by many friendships Contagious laugh ... I like being short ... a cute and intelligent secre- tary is always needed in this world. A.A. Delegate 2, 3, 4; F.B.L.A. 4; Home- room Vice President 4; Spanish Club Treasurer 3; Ushers' Guild 3, 4; Nation- al Honor Society 4; Senex 4 MARTHA J. GALPIN Marty 20 Sheridan Street Gentle of speech, beneficent of mind There are always smiles . . . the mirror of all courtesy. F.B.L.A. 4; Leaders' Club 3; Junior Red Cross 2; Girls' Sports Club 2, 3, 4; Class Council 4 CHRISTINE A. GEIGER Chris 192 Johnson Avenue Sincerity and truth are the basis of everything Capricious personality . . . nonchalant. F.T.A. 3; Girls' Sports Club 1, 2, 3. EDWARD H. GIBSON Eddie 1415 Main Street Books are good enough in their own way, but they are a mighty bloodless substitute for life Enjoys under-water activities . . . skin diving, spear fishing. JUDITH A. GILBERT Judi 160 Otis Street A merry heart makes a cheerful countenance Glib gobs of gab . . . fond relaxation . . . who, me? . . . loves gum. Girls' Chorus 1; Girls' Sports Club 2; Class Council 2. THERESA E. GOGLIN Terry 197 Victory Street A smile is a whisper of a laugh Carefree . . . Sports and horses, I love em. Junior Red Cross 1; Leaders' Club 3; Girls' Sports Club 1, 2, 3, 4 34 TANYA D. GOINGS Ahmad 14 Butler Court Life must be lived so why not enjoy it Understanding ways . . . homeroom cut- up .. . Junior College in her future. A.A. Delegate 4; F.B.L.A. 4; Homeroom Vice President 3, 4; Class Council Al- ternate 3; Girls' Sports Club 2, 3, 4; Leaders Club 4 PAULA GOLDSTEIN Legs 203 Woodend Road All that's best of dark and bright meet in her aspect and her eyes Connoisseur of coiffures ... a busy mademoiselle. Class Council 4; F.B.L.A. 4 ELEANOR A. GRAY Ellie 151 College Street The flower of meekness grows on the stem of grace Musically inclined . . . knowledge is power. Band 1, 2, 3, 4; F.T.A. 1, 2; Ushers' Guild 2, 3, 4 CHARLES W. GRIFFIN Charlie 178 West Avenue How to win friends and influence people Happy-go-lucky . . . best subject — fun. GEORGIA M. GULLESH George 91 Jackson Avenue There are a few things that never go out of style, and a feminine woman is one of them Vacations, the best part of school . . . aw, gee! 35 MARCELLE F. GUMBUS Marce 725 Stratford Road The highest of distinctions is service to others First in friends, fun, and forethought . . . Madam President . . . Keep active is her motto. A.A. Delegate 3; Girls' State Delegate 3; Leaders' Club 4; Masquers 3, 4; Senior Play 4; Student Council 2, Vice President 3, President 4; Ushers' Guild 2, 3, 4; Variety Show 3, 4; National Honor Society CAROL A. GUZDA Carol 69 Bush Court Stillness of person and steadiness of features are signal marks of good breeding A sunny smile starts each day . . . Avon calling. MICHAEL R. HACKETT Mike 369 Jackson Avenue Men of few words are the best A mischievous heart lies beneath those bulky knit sweaters . . . Korate addict. MARIANN V. HAJUS Snoopy 161 High Park Avenue Poor are they that have not patience A charm all her own ... a future tea- cher. A.A. Delegate 2; Class Council 2; F.T.A. Vice President 3, Treasurer 4; Latin Club Treasurer 3; Ushers' Guild 2, 3 THEODORE A. HAKEY Teddy 260 McGrath Court It is always easier to believe than to deny. Our minds are naturally affirmative When there are cars, there's Tedl . . . 1 didn't do nothing! PATRICIA B. HANNA RICHARD S. HEIDEN Pat 120 Butler Court Keep your face to the sunshine and you cannot see the shadow Divergent capabilities . . . neatness per- sonified . . . grace and gaiety combined. Senex 4 NANCY D. HARDY Nance 25 Maureen Street Mischief dances in her eyes, and smiles upon her lips Vivacious youth . . . inspires that pro- tective attitude. KATHLEEN F. HARRIGAN Kathy 44 Cottage Place Fun gives you a forcible hug, and shakes laughter out of you, whether you will or no Her way with people makes friends galore . . . how many Shetlands does she own? Class Council 2, 3, 4, Chairman 1; F.T.A. 1, President 2, Treasurer 3, President 4; Girls' Sports Club 3, 4, Vice President 2, Treasurer 3; Homeroom Secretary 4; Leaders' Club 3, 4; Log Staff 4; Spanish Club 3; Ushers' Guild 3, 4; Variety Show 3, 4 W. BARRY HAUG Barry 35 Knowlton Street Every man is the architect of his own character The greater debater ... if no words serve, try silence . . . avid chessman. Chess Club 3, Vice President 4; Debat- ing Club 2, 3, 4; Senex 4 JOYCE A. HAVANICK Joyce 117 Burritt Avenue Kindness is the golden chain by which society is bound together Avid Yankee fan . . . easy to like. Dramateers 2; F.N.A. 2, 3, Secretary 3; French Club 3 EUGENE HESTER Hess 395 Bruce Avenue I am a man and whatever concerns humanity is of interest to me S.H.S.'s speedy halfback . . . What's life without football? ... an easy per- son to know and an easier one to like. Boys' Sports Club 2, 3, 4; Football 2, 3, 4; Swim Team 2, 3, 4; Track 2, 3, 4; Varsity Lettermen's Club 4 GLORIA L. HESTER Tina 395 Bruce Avenue The only way to have a friend is to be one Her first love is sports . . . calm, cool, and collected. Class Council 4; Homeroom Secretary 4; Girls' Sports Club 1, 2, 3 BARBARA A. HODSKA Barb 1935 Barnum Avenue We are here to add what we can to, not to get what we can from life Ivy league shirts and sneakers . . . cheerin' cheerleader. Cheerleading 3, 4; Dramateers 1; F.B.L.A. 4; Girls' Sports Club 1 36 JUDITH E. HUNT Judy 86 Willow Avenue The heart whose softness harmonized the whole Always natural . . . records and more records. F.T.A. 2; Girls' Sports Club 2; Leaders Club 4; Spanish Club 3; Variety Show 3, 4 RUTH A. HOGAN Ruthie 343 Canaan Road The fountain of beauty is the heart, and every generous thought illuminates the walls of this chamber Radiates glowing warmth . . . willing and affable . . . genuine sincerity. A.A. Delegate 2; Class Vice President 3; Class Council 3, 4; F.T.A. 2, 3, 4; Girls' Sports Club Vice President 2; Girls' State Delegate 3; Spanish Club 3, 4; Masquers 4; Student Council 2, 3, 4 WALTER B. HOLMES Walt 1681 Main Street He is as full of valor as of kindness; princely in both A conscientious worker . . . unassuming friendliness . . . calm capability. A.A. Delegate 3, 4; Class Council 4; Latin Club 2, 3, 4; Log Staff 4; Physics Club 3; Student Council 4; Variety Show 3, 4 CAROLYN H. HOWARTH Carol 105 Butler Court Nothing is impossible to a willing heart Lively and energetic . . . having fun and making it. F.N.A. 3, 4 DONNA E. HUGHES Donna 316 Booth Street A mind equal to any undertaking to which she puts it Everywhere she goes sunshine follows • • . truly charming. F.B.L.A. 4; F.N.A. 4; Leaders Club 4; Masquers 4; Girls' Sports Club 2, 3, 4 FRANCIS B. HUTCHINS Hutch 720 Stratford Avenue A good laugh is worth a million groans A true gentleman . . . But I was in homeroom . . . the great persuader. Football 2, 3, 4; Swim Team 4; Track 4; Varsity Lettermen's Club 4 JAMES T. HYSLOP Professor 145 Milford Avenue I am not arguing with you — I am telling you The Democrats forever. ... a Civil War fan. A.V. 3; Chess Club 3, President 4; Mas- quers 3, 4; Debating Club 2, 3, 4 KENNETH G. IVERSON Baby Huey 115 Patterson Avenue There's time enough for that, LATER Life is short and school is long . . . So what? WILLIAM N. JACKSON Billy 1541 Stratford Avenue Character is a diamond that scratches every other stone Apt athlete . . . downright, upright, all- American fellow. A.A. Delegate 2, 3, 4; Class President 2, 3; Football 2, 3, 4; Masquers 4; Senior Play 4; Spanish Club 3, 4; Swim Team 4; Track 2, 3, 4; Varsity Lettermen's Club 3, 4 37 KAREN M. JOHNSON Karen 56 Clarendon Street Our deeds follow us, and what we have been makes us what we are Whirlwind of energy ... a friend in- deed, if one's in need. Clarion 3; Class Council 3, 4; F.T.A. 3; Homeroom President 3; Masquers 3; Ushers' Guild 2, 3, Treasurer 4 CLIFFORD KELLOGG Chris 885 Stratford Road Strength comes from an indomitable will Always ready to take or give a joke . . . serious when he wants to be. MARILYN A. JONES Jonesy 444 Curtis Avenue Nothing is so contagious as enthusiasm Peppy and flirtatious . . . scintillation in high gear. Cheerleading 3, 4; Class Secretary 3, 4; F.N.A. 3, 4; Masquers 3, 4; Student Council 3, 4; Variety Show 3, 4; Na- tional Honor Society 4; Senex 4 JOHN F. KAROSCIK Karotstick 75 Bedford Court We are never so happy nor so unhappy, as we suppose ourselves to be Stratford High's court jester . . . Let me out of here! J.V. Baseball 2; J.V. Football 2 JOHN P. KELLY Jose 458 California Street Wit is the unexpected explosion of thought Our class clown — My name, Jose Jimenez . . . Who's Irish? A.A. Delegate 2; French Club Vice Presi- dent 3; Homeroom President 3, 4; Physics Club 3; Swim Team Manager 2; Na- tional Honor Society 4 ALEXANDER T. KERR Alex 345 Barnum Terrace Extention Every noble activity makes room for itself Interested in the latest stamp issue . . . penchant for math . . . plans to teach. Band 2, 4; Debating Club 3; French Club 3, 4; Physics Club Treasurer 3; National Honor Society 4; Senex 4 ROBERT P. KARWIN Bob 82 Benjamin Street To know is nothing at all; to imagine is everything Fast with figures . . . fun-making ability . . . big Bob could certainly pass for twenty-one. Football 1, 2, 4; Track 3; Senex 4 NOREEN E. KING Ellie 102 Van Renasselaer Avenue Gentle of speech, beneficent of mind Free from affected pride . . . melting with the warmness of her own heart. Leaders Club 3; Girls' Sports Club 1, 2, 3 38 JANE A. KLEIN Jayne 113 Evelyn Street ''Full of sweet indifference Vivacious and pert . . . delights in balancing books. Dramateers 1; Girls' Sports Club 1; Steno Pool 4; Senex 4 JUTTA KLEIN Jutta 11 Milford Avenue Knowledge once gained casts a light beyond its own immediate boundaries There are 24 hours in a day but I can't find them. . . . conversationalist. Debating Club 2, Secretary 3, 4; Junior Post Reporter 3, 4; Leaders Club 3, 4; Library Club 2; National Honor Society 3 4; Ushers' Guild 3, 4; Senex 4 WILLIAM C. KOMONDY Bud 97 Drome Avenue Begone dull care I love to meditate on anything but books. . . . brash youth. ROBERT A. KONDOR Bob 195 Columbus Avenue He does well who does his best Every day's a holiday . . . have car, will travel. WILLIAM J. KOTRADY Bill 88 Academy Hill Terrace Life is short, there is no time to fret Master of the sparkplug . . . serenely unaware of study. 39 JOHN KRAMER John 1460 Elm Street Did you ever meet a saint with red hair and freckles? Seriousness and deviltry rolled into one . . . pensively pensive. SUSAN P. KUCK Sue 87 Eunice Parkway The most effective coquetry is innocence Light of step and heart . . . efficiency in a dither. A.A. Delegate 3, 4; F.N.A. 2, 3; Girls' Sports Club 2; Homeroom Vice President 3; Log Staff 4; Student Council 2, 3, 4; Ushers' Guild 3, 4; Variety Show 3; Class Council Alternate 2, 3, 4. JOSEPH J. KUDRAVY Joe 150 High Park Avenue Good humor is the health of the soul; sadness is its poison Not a worry, not a care . . . personable and friendly. JOYCE C. KUHN Joyce 35 Cedar Street You find yourself refreshed by the presence of cheerful people Versatility, vim, and vigor . . . always willing to help. A.A. Secretary 4; Girls' Sports Club 3; Homeroom Secretary 3; Leaders' Club 4 MADELYNNE M. LaBORE Lynne 133 West Avenue Charm is a glow within which casts a most becoming light on others Rich in friends, poor in nothing . . . smiling eyes. F.N.A. 1; Leaders Club 3; Masquers 4; Spanish Club Vice President 3; Girls' Sports Club 2, 3, 4. JOAN E. LaCLAIR Jay 232 Nichols Avenue Her hair is not more sunny than her heart Bubbling personality . . . heart collec- lector. Flag Twirlers 3, 4; Girls' Sports Club 2; Mixed Chorus 3, 4 DORIS A. LAGERFELDT Do 121 Blakeman Place We enjoy thoroughly only the pleasure that we give Sincere and earnest . . . desires to nurse the sick. Class Council 4; F.N.A. 2, 3, Vice Presi- dent 4; Masquers 4; Service Corps 1, 2, 4 JAMES F. LANGAN Jim 1323 South Avenue Curiosity is the thirst of the soul Proper words in proper places . . . doubt, question and inquire always. Chess Club 3, 4; Debating Club 2, Treasurer 3, President 4; Latin Club 3, 4; Masquers 4; National Honor Society 3, 4; Physics Club 3; Senex 4 PATRICIA A. LASONDE Pat 1771 North Avenue Virtue and genuine graces in them- selves speak what no other words can utter Extrovert supreme . . . definitely a plan- ner. A.A. Alternate 3; Class Vice President 4; F.N.A. 2, 4, Vice President 3; Girls' Sports Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Leaders' Club 3, 4; National Honor Society 3, 4; Ushers' Guild 2, 3, 4; Senex 4 MARY ANN LeBLANC Maryann 347 Weber Street As merry as the day is long Blonde and nice . . . nice and blonde . . . exuberant. Girls' Sports Club 4 40 ANN T. LEONARD Ann 52 McKinley Avenue Quietness is a virtue which not everyone is fortunate enough to possess Sweet and gentle . . . dark eyes with depth and direction. Girls' Chorus 2; Service Corps 2 JOAN A. LESKO Joanie 121 Evelyn Street Our deeds determine us, as much as we determine our deeds A smile for everyone, a frown for none . . . a peach of a person. Flag Twirlers 3, 4 JEANINE E. LIBIS Jeanine 122 Woodend Road Perfectly happy if all are happy Them there eyes . . . personality plus. Girls' Sports Club 2, 3; Spanish Club 3 ROY T. LINDBERG Roy 260 Prospect Drive Enjoy yourself, it's later than you think Reticent . . . sportsman at heart. MARGARET P. LIPKO Marge 94 Victory Street It's not the brains that matter most, but that which guides them — the character, the heart, generous qualities, progressive ideas Spark of devil in her eyes . . . unas- suming and amiable . . . cheer and cheer for Stratford High, for Stratford High rahl Class Council 3, 4; Cheerleading 3; Cap- tain 4; National Honor Society 3, 4; Girls' Sports Club 2, 3, Treasurer 4; Student Council Alternate 2 JOYCE L. LOUNSBURY RICHARD J. MARINO Joyce 520 King Street Happiness lies in the enjoyment of achievement, in the thrill of creative effort Student Council's private secretary . . . .. . no kidding A.A. Delegate 2, 3; Class Council 1, 2, 3, 4; Dramateers 1; Girls' Sports Club Secretary 2; Masquers 3, 4, Secretary 3; Spanish Club 3; Student Council Sec- retary 4; Ushers' Guild 3, 4; Variety Show 3; National Honor Society 4 SHARON R. LUCE Sharon 209 California Street One who softly speaks and sweetly smiles Snappy clothes . . . bookkeeping expert. Girls' Choir 2; Girls' Sports Club 3, 4; Steno Pool 4 KAREN E. LUDWIG Karen 91 Lordship Road Truth and goodness and beauty are but different faces of the same all Lay off Della . . . pajama parties and more pajama parties . . . loves to drive — when she gets the car. Clarion Staff 4; Class Council 2; Dra- mateers 2; F.N.A. 3, 4; French Club Treasurer 3; Masquers 3, 4; Senior Play 4; Student Council 3, Alternate 4 RICHARD M. LYNCH Rick 1371 South Avenue He who laughs, lasts Could beat anyone in a talking mara- thon . . . seldom seen but often heard . . . lover of the great outdoors. MICHAEL C. MANCINI Mane 343 Canaan Road Amiability shines by its own light Luminous grin . . . big, brawny and easy going . . . Indian chief. Football 3, 4; Homeroom President 4; Intramural Baseball 3, 4 Rich 214 Laurel Street Who first invented work, and bound the free and holiday-rejoicing spirit down? More charming than he knows . . . keen dancer. Boys' Sports Club 3, 4; Class Council 4; Log Staff 4; Senior Play 4; Swim Team 3, 4; Varsity Lettermen's Club 4 THOMAS P. McAULIFFE Tom 826 Housatonic Avenue Extension Enthusiasm is the genius of sincerity, and truth accomplishes no victories without it Great swimmer . . . record-breaker and pace setter . . . laughs and jokes galore. A.V. 3; Masquers 4; Swim Team 2, 3, 4; Track 1 jean g. mcintosh Jeanie 1146 Stratford Avenue With a friendly smile she greets a girl, with a flirty wink she greets a boy Chatty . . . playful ... a zest for life. Girls' Sports Club 3; Library Club 2; Masquers 4 ROY L. MELCHER Roy 80 Hemlock Street The superior man is slow in his words and earnest in his conduct Possesses strong but concealed deter- mination . . . quiescent volcano. Stage Crew 4 KATHERINE F. MESAVAGE Kathy 32 White Street It is the dim haze of mystery that adds enchantment to pursuit Future secretary . . . Where did I put my drumsticks? Steno Pool 4; Senex 4 41 THOMAS B. METZGER Tom 318 Orchard Street Happy is he who is able to learn the cause of things Zn -f H2S04 -f- CaC03= . . . forever inventing and experimenting. Physics Club, Vice President 3; Science Club 2; Swim Team 2, 3, 4 MARY JANE MILLER Mar 429 Housatonic Avenue The trouble is small, the fun is great Her vociferous laugh echoes through the halls . . . unmatched enthusiasm for dancing and sports. Dramateers 2; Girls7 Choir 2, 3; F.T.A. 2, 3; Girls' Sports Club 2, 3; Leaders' Club 3, 4; Senior Play 4; Masquers 4; Spanish Club 3; Thespians 4 WARREN J. MILLER Uno 52 Patterson Avenue It matters not how long we live but rather, how we live His middle name is football . . . con- genial and collegiate. Baseball 2, 4; Basketball 2, 3; A.A. Delegate 2, 4; Class Council 3, 4; Foot- ball 2, 3, 4; Student Council 2; Track 3; Boys' Sports Club 2, 3, 4; Variety Show 3, 4 JOAN ANN MINO Joanie 226 Barnum Terrace There is nothing more worth the win- ning than laughter and the love of friends Cheerful and chirpy . . . How about some ice cream? A.V. 3; Glee Club 2; Senex 4 JAMES M. MITCHELL Mitch 368 Washington Parkway The tallest man you e'er did see Tall, dark and detached ... a guy with the girls . . . boats, cars, and Mitch . Basketball 3, 4; Intramural Football 3, 4 SUZANNE E. MITNIK Sue 281 Knowlton Street She profits most who serves best Mischief lurks just below the seriousness . . . infectious affability. F.T.A. 3, 4; Girls' Chorus 3; Log Staff 4; National Honor Society 3, Treasurer 4; Class Council 4; Spanish Club 3, 4; Senex 4 MICHAEL W. MONTECALVO Monte 141 Boswell Street The joker is wild Henry Ford had nothing on Mike . . . plans to be a sailor — someone told him about the Waves. Baseball 3, 4; Homeroom Treasurer 3 ARLENE M. MORAN R 80 Howard Avenue Friendly people are better met than described Practicality with poise . . . restrained revelry. F.B.L.A. 4; Girls' Sports Club 4; Leaders' Club 4 SUZANNE E. MORRISSEY Suzi 273 Curtis Avenue Many know her worth and proudly call her friend Loves life . . . pixie charm in a pretty package. F.N.A. 3, 4 GERALD NOBLIN Gerald 1434 Stratford Avenue Style is the dress of thoughts Quiet . . . shy. A.V. 4; Bowling Team 4; Class Council 3, 4; Homeroom President 4; Student Council 2, 3, 4 PATRICIA J. NOG1C Pat 60 Peace Street To each of us she lends her warmth A pal to P.A.L. . . . lover of activity. F.B.L.A. 4; Girls' Sports Club 1, 2, 3; Steno Pool 4; Senex 4 GAIL A. NOWELL Blondie 124 Lighthouse Avenue Such harmony in motion, speech and air Laughing lips and roguish eyes . . . smiles, smiles, smiles . . . master in Judo. JUDITH A. NOTHNAGLE Judy 33 Victoria Lawn The knowledge of words is the gate to scholarship The Jefudy 4 wind = sailing . . . leader of the sweaters with the big gold S Band 1, 2, 4; Class Council 4; Girls' Sports Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Log Staff, Busi- ness Manager 4; Masquers 3, 4; Nation- al Honor Society 3, 4; Senex 4; Senior Play 4; Thespians 4; Ushers' Guild 2, Vice President 3, President 4; Student Council 3, 4 JOHN NOVAK Skip 1109 Elm Street Life is a battle but there is victory for the strong Never a gloomy moment ... if football were music he'd be a whole brass band. Boys' Sports Club 2, 3, 4; Dramateers 2; Football 2, 3, 4; Log Staff 4; Mas- quers 4; Spanish Club 3, 4; Track 2; Varsity Lettermen's Club 4 SANDRA J. NAKONECZNY Sandy 223 Sands Place One need not look further for daintiness and charm Sweet, silent, sincere Sandy ... a nicer combination for personality can't be found. A.A. Alternate 4; Girls' Choir 3; Senex 4 JANE C. NIEDERHAUSER Sam 46 Eunice Parkway 'Tis better to be small and shine, than to be great and cast a shadow Compact compatibility . . . Hey, girls, what's up? PATRICIA S. NEMETH Pat 55 Bowe Avenue Set your goal, and strive to attain it Take a letter, please . . . glib tongue and gleam in eye. Girls' Service Corps 2; Homeroom sec- retary 4 CHARLES F. NICHOLS Charlie 1 Corinthian Street Moderation is the noblest gift of heaven Many unknown talents . . . the silent type. SHARON I. NOBLE Nobe 256 Laurel Street The lass so neat with smile so sweet Blonde and bubbling . . . daintily dash- ing everywhere ... I really do like Latin, I really do. Class Council 4; Homeroom Vice Presi- dent 4; Latin Club Secretary 3; Log Staff 4; Masquers 3, Treasurer 4; Ushers' Guild 3, 4; National Honor Society 4 43 PATRICK M. O'BRIEN Lamumba 139 Winter Street The most manifest sign of wisdom is a continual cheerfulness Hey, Lumumba, anyone for a joke? . . . quick-witted. A.A. Delegate 3; Intramural Baseball 1; Intramural Basketball 3; Intramural Football 2; J.V. Football Manager 1; Variety Show 3, 4 CYNTHIA M. OLEYAR Cy 51 Burritt Avenue What sunshine is to flowers, smiles are to humanity. Brightness in a small package . . . dotes on dancing. Transferred from Sts. Cyril and Metho- dius Commercial ELIZABETH J. O'RAVITZ Betty 110 Ash Street A daughter of the gods, divinely tall, and most divinely fair. Young in heart — mature in mind . . . one of the best-dressed co-eds. F.B.L.A. 4; Red Cross 3; Steno Pool 3, 4 BRADFORD M. PARSONS Brad 1076 Stratford Avenue To worry is to waste Such is life . . . girl charmer. Intramural Basketball 1, 2; Intramural Football 1, 2 SANDRA A. PASSANNANTE Sandy 60 Lighthouse Avenue Life has loveliness to sell, all beautiful and splendid things Loves good taste in clothes . . . talent for drawing. Homeroom Treasurer 3; Leaders' Club 4; Student Council 2, 3; Senex 4 44 ALICE PEEBLES Al 405 Prospect Drive A cheerful friend is like a sunny day, which sheds its brightness all around Gentle manner, gentle miss . . . quiet tease. F.B.L.A. 4; Girls' Sports Club 4; Spanish Club 3; Steno Pool 4; Leaders' Club 4 GEORGE R. PELOSO Russ 15 Sunnydale Place I'd swim a mile for a girl with style Friendly . . . easy to get along with. Class Council 4; Swim Team 4; A.V. Club 3; A.A. Delegate 4; Student Coun- cil 3, 4 JEFFREY D. PERKINS Jeff 314 Housatonic Avenue Enthusiasm is the noblest of passions Idea factory . . . neatly dressed . . . humor and joviality personified. Chess Club 3, 4; Debating Club 3, Treasurer 4; Latin Club Vice President 3; Physics Club 3; Science Club 2; Va- riety Show 3, 4 THERESA M. PERKOWSKI Terry 84 Cottage Place The highest graces of music flow from the feelings of the heart Pop music is her second nature . . . always something to say. F.B.L.A. 4; Girls' Sports Club 4; Steno Pool 4 PATRICIA A. PERREAULT Pat 128 Avon Street As merry as the day is long Bundle of joy ... a small dynamo. Steno Pool 4 JUDITH H. PETERSON Judy 175 First Avenue An ounce of mirth is worth a pound of sorrow Fun-making ability . . . salt, pepper and spice . . . piquant. F.B.L.A. 4; Girls' Sports Club 2, 4 DANIEL S. PIVARNIK Dan 78 Hartland Street A man in earnest finds means or if he cannot find, creates them A whiz in math and science . . . hard and determined worker. Stage Crew 3, 4 WILLIAM E. RAGUSKUS Bill 96 Sutton Avenue Brevity is the soul of wit Doesn't let school interfere with his education ... a dry sense of humor. Band 1, 2; J.V. Swim Team 2 % RAYMOND R. RAMIREZ Ramzy 34 Warwick Avenue He is never more at leisure than when at leisure Books annoy him . . . easy-going. MARY L. RAMPER Lee 82 Lines Place Her smile is the expression of her heart There is pleasure in her company . . . marriage-minded when considering the future. JOHN M. RASLAVSKY Raz 130 College Street Thoughtfulness, generosity, modesty, and self-respect are the qualities of a gentleman A quiet humor deep within a tall frame . . . agile basketball player. Baseball 2, 3, 4; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Intramural Football 2, 3, 4 SHARON E. RICHARDSON Sherry 28 Lighthouse Avenue She who hath hair like Godiva shall not want Catch that laugh — it's contagious . . . FUN — that's for me! Steno Pool 4 . kAA i IOWARD ROPA J j ., v v 20,.Eur ice Park Reason and jo gment'an ,JA cL'°Lalea4er H«s ho g A.Ai offic =K . . diver- ially in sports. STUART I. ROSNICK Sandy 5 Lindsley Place Style is a man's own; it is a part of his nature Indigenous to the swimming pool . . . a small fortune in bulky knits. Boys' Sports Club 3, 4; Golf Team 3, 4; Intramural Basketball 2, 3; Masquers 4; Spanish Club 3, 4; Swim Team 3, 4; Var- sity Lettermen's Club 3, 4 KAREN M. SABO Kar 1764 Broadbridge Avenue Good nature is the very air of a good mind; the sign of a large and generous soul Charmingly attractive ... a pretty future secretary. F.B.L.A. 3, 4; Girls' Chorus 2 45 THOMAS P. SAFFO BARBARA K. SKAU Tom 50 Canaan Road His words all ears take captive Sturdy and strong ... an individual mind with an individual purpose. A.A. Delegate 2; Basketball 1; Senex 4 ANN A. SALVAGGIO Annie 1581 West Broad Street Convention warms the mind and enlivens the imagination You know how to sew? Well, maybe you could show me how . . . ever chattering. Steno Pool 4; Senex 4 STAN W. SAWICKI Boxcar 185 Peace Street Always leave them laughing A dash of seriousness; a lot of fun . . . the Coast Guard calls. Football 3, 4; Track 3, 4 HELENE H. SCHAEFER Holly 100 Curtis Avenue Kindness is the golden chain by which society is bound together A passion for horseback riding . . . listen for her laugh. F.B.L.A. 3, 4; Steno Pool 3, 4; Senex 4 DEBORAH A. SEAMAN Debbie 446 California Street The force of her own merit makes her own way The pixie Miss with the rainbow of cardigan sweaters . . . fun — her con- stant companion. Clarion 3, Sports Editor 4; Class Coun- cil 4; Dramateers 2; F.N.A. 4; Girls' Sports Club 2, 4; Junior Red Cross Presi- dent 2; Masquers 3, 4; Steno Pool 4 Barb 338 Mary Avenue 'Tis better to be brief than tedious Reserved and congenial . . . the business world beckons. Masquers 3, 4; Senex 4 KATHLEEN P. SKIDMORE Skiddy 141 Spruce Street To have one thing to do, and then to do it, is the secret of success Mischief lurks behind sweet sophistica- tion . . . snippin' seamstress. A.A. Alternate 2; Student Council Al- ternate 4; F.T.A. 3; Leaders' Club 4; Log Staff, Assistant Editor 4; National Honor Society 3, Secretary 4; Senex 4; Spanish Club 3; Ushers' Guild 3, 4; Va- riety Show 3 MICHAEL C. SLATTERY Sjatts 45 Maureen Street Character is the governing element of life, and is above genius Handsome attainment from Bassick . . . . . . quick to make the acquaintance of a pretty girl . . . Gentlemen prefer blondes. Boys' Sports Club 4; Masquers 4; Senior Play; Swim Team 4 JANICE F. SLAVIS Max 1868 Broadbridge Avenue Ambition is the germ which all growth proceeds A is for art . . . keen wit. A.A. Delegate 2, 3; Band 3, 4; Class Council 3; Debating Club 3, 4; Girls' Sports Club 2, 3; Log Staff 3, 4; Senior Play 4; National Honor Society; Stu- dent Council 2, 3, 4 46 RICHARD E. SMITH Richie 87 Cambridge Street Conversation enriches the under- standing, but solitude is the school of genius A boat and fishing rod = summer fun . . . What's for lunch? ... a fond fan of the female sex. LYNDA L. SPENCER Lyn 196 Margarita Lawn Thought is often bolder than speech Content to go her own way . . . col- legiate clothes. A.A. Delegate 4; Class Council 3; Girls' Sports Club 2; Homeroom Secretary 2; Council 2 LINDA D. STEIN Lin 364 Housatonic Avenue There is great force hidden in sweet command Tireless editor . . . quiet when she's alone ... a personality always ready for excitement and fun. A.A. Alternate 3; A Cappella 4; Class Council 3, 4; F.T.A. 2, 3; Girls' Sports Club 2, 3, 4; Homeroom Vice President 3; Log Staff Editor 4; National Honor Society 4; Senex 4 47 RICHARD L. STEWART Dick 219 McGrath Court He does much who does what he has to do well Anchors Aweigh . . . avid interests in hunting, fishing and sailing . . . you bet . LILLIAN M. STUDIVANT Sissie 245 Larkin Court Humor is the harmony of her heart Carefree as a May wind . . . searching outward. Girls' Choir 2; Girls' Glee Club 3 SANDRA J. SUICH Sandy 101 Liberty Street Imagination rules the world Shoil's a poil . . . dark-eyed serenity . . . spring freshness, summer warmth. Cheerleading 3, Co-Captain 4; Class Council 4; Girls' Sports Club 2, 3, 4; Homeroom Treasurer 3; National Honor Society 3, 4; Senior Play 4; Variety Show 3; Senex 4 EILEEN P. SWEENEY Sween 985 Stratford Road Her air, her manners, all who saw admired; courteous, though coy, and gentle, though retired Who's inquisitive in English? . . . future Florence Nightingale . . . our Irish maid with gum. Dramateers 2; Masquers 4; F.N.A. 3, 4 ANDREW D. TAIT Andy 140 Lighthouse Avenue Shyness is only skin deep Necessary ingredient for good times . . . life is swell, so are girls. Basketball 3, 4 ROGER J. TARTAGLIA Rog 81 Avo Street The world is so full of a number of things, I'm sure we should all be as happy as kings Have car, will travel . . . wings in the future. PETER A. TERASOWICH Rembrandt 242 Hollister Street No limits but the sky Handy with a brush and palette . . . a nonconformist. Homeroom President 3; Log Staff 4; Stage Crew 3, 4 JOHN F. THERINA John 1555 Stratford Avenue There is no way in which the troubles of life can be resisted better than with wit and humor Ever telling jokes in homeroom . . . per- haps a career in music. ROBERT A. THIEMAN Bob 239 Sands Place Strong beliefs win strong men, and then make them stronger Man of a few words . . . all-round good fellow . . . numismatist. TIMOTHY E. TROY Tim 226 First Avenue Consideration is the soil in which wisdom may be expected to grow; and strength be given to every upspringing plant of duty Skillfull with a hammer and nails . . . mechanically minded when cars are in- volved . . . the Navy beckons. 48 IsfleU of enel 's best friend JOYCE J. TUKIS Joyce 138 Honeyspot Road Trouble is but a bubble Lighted-hearted and gay . . . submarine watcher. Steno Pool 4 HARRY M. TUTUNJIAN, JR. Uncle Har 87 Yarwood Street There is no substitute for thorough going, ardent and sincere earnestness Electronics and cars, clues to a promising future . . . Off we go into the wild blue yonder . . . soft-spoken and sincere. DONALD R. UNDERHILL Don 56 Ivy Street He says little, but thinks much Quite obliging . . . espanol specialty. Senex 4 CAROLITA L. UNMAN Car 15 Taft Street The charm of the act A mad-about, gad-aB u and pizza. Clarion Featurq= dftor 4; D Sbiateers 2j' French Club Secretary 3; H quers 3, Re) fding Secretary 4; 1Sfeni Play 4; £Hfae it'((p Qci£AA 3; Thespians nior Presiden ..........i.N.A. 2, -President 4; Girls7 Shorts Club 2, 3; .eaders Club 4; Physics Club Secretary 3; Senior Play 4; Student Council 1, 4; Senex 4 f RICHARD P. VALLO Richie 538 Bruce Avenue When one has no design but to speak plain truth, he says a great deal in a very narrow compass Carefree and agreeable . . . quiet yet forceful. JOHN A. VALYS John 27 Priscilla Lane 'The cheerful live longest in years, and afterwards in our regard Man around school . . . soft-spoken and sharp-witted . . . perpetual joker. Clarion 4; Homeroom President 3; Log Staff 4 JERRY G. VERDEROSA Jerry 331 Knowlton Street Have a place for everything, and have everything in its place A.V. indispensable . . . always in a a rush. A.V. 2, 4, Vice President 3 SANDRA L. VERRILLI Sandi 279 Roosevelt Avenue With heart ever happy and head ever wise A congenial laugh and personality to match . . . business girl. MARYANNE F. VISNOSKY Mair 35 Graham Street Have you had a kindness shown? Pass it on Happy and carefree . . . mile-a-minute talker. Girls' Sports Club 3; Steno Pool 4 MARY ANN VOJTEK Mar 391 Barnum Terrace Extension Nothing can make one truly great but being truly good Reading, records, and red . . . Are you serious? Clarion 3; F.B.L.A. Treasurer 4; Girls' Service Corps 2; Girls' Sports Club 2; Masquers 4; Senex 4 KENNETH W. WALKER Moose Face 152 Cambridge Street When he plays, all stop to listen Man behind that licorice stick . . . avid A.V. supporter. A.V. 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Photography Club 2 BONNIE M. WALSH Bonnie 96 Minor Avenue Many a treasure, besides Ali Baba's, is unlocked with a verbal key Model of frankness . . . witty and willing to converse. Transferred from Notre Dame CAROLYN L. WATTS Carolyn 6 Birch Drive Music is well said to be the speech of angels Quick to smile — slow to frown . . . de- lightful delirium. A Cappella Choir 3, Vice President 4; Class Council 4; F.N.A. 3; Girls' Sports Club 2, 3, President 4; Mixed Chorus 2 CATHERINE E. WELLS Wacky Wells 63 Bush Court Candor is the brightest gem of criticism A heart too big for her size . . . always jesting and breaking no bones. Class Council 2, 4; F.N.A. 3, 4; Girls' Sports Club 3, 4; Latin Club 3, 4 49 MICHAEL WILLIAMS Mike 627 California Street The great hope of society is individual character Leaves well enough alone . . . home- room is where he did last night's home- work. RICHARD E. WILLIAMSON Richie 120 Pauline Street Self-confidence is the first requisite to great undertakings A real Ivy Leaguer, from his haircut to his sneakers ... a star diver for the swim team. A.A. Delegate 2; Boys' Sports Club 2, 3, 4; Football 4; Homeroom Vice Presi- dent 3; Intramural Football 3; Senior Play 4; Swim Team 2, 3, Co-Captain 4; Track 2, 3, 4; Varsity Lettermen's Club 4 RAYMOND F. WILLIS Ray 553 Birdseye Street Perseverance and audacity generally win Industrial Art's cut-up ... he and Robin Hood walk hand in hand. CHARLES J. WILLS Charlie 93 Sutton Avenue A thousand words will not leave so deep an impression as one deed A ham when it comes to radios . . . electronics expert. Masquers 4 ROBERTA J. WOJCICKI Bert 43 Avon Street Age cannot wither, nor custom stale her infinite variety A mind for scholarship, a heart for fun . . . victim of writer's cramp. Clarion Editor 3, 4; Laurel Girls' State Alternate 3; Masquers 3, 4; Senior Play 4; Thespians 4; Transferred from Laurel- ton Hall; National Honor Society 4; Senex 4 RUTH L. WOODFORD Woody 45 Burritt Avenue Intellect — the starlight of the brain Perspicacious in all her ventures . . . hear those knitting needles clickl A.A. Delegate 1; Class Council 4, Alter- nate 3, 4; Library Club 1, 2; Log Staff 4; National Honor Society 3, Vice Presi- dent 4; Senex 4; Variety Show 3; Ushers' Guild 2, 3, 4 DONALD F. YARMOSH Don 358 Nichols Avenue He speaks not; and yet there lies a conversation in his eyes Future medical technologist . . . whiz in chemistry. Latin Club 3; Senex 4 JO ANNE E. YASSAK Jo 413 Knowlton Street Music is one of the fairest and most glorious gifts of God, for it removes the weight of sorrow from the heart A helping hand ... a welcomed item . . . life is a song. A.A. Delegate 2; A Cappella 3; Class Council 2; Girls' Choir 2; Girls' Chorus 4; Girls' Sports Club 2, 3, 4; Leaders' Club 4; Masquers 4; F.B.L.A. 4; Student Council 2 DONALD J. YOUNG Don 204 Third Avenue Consideration is the parent of wisdom Clear thinker . . . hates anything that deals with work! Would give his right arm to help a friend. A.A. Delegate 4; Boys' Sports Club 3, 4; Homeroom President 2; Class Council 3; Intramural Football 3, 4; Swim Team 3, 4; Track 2, 3, 4; Varsity Lettermen's Club 4 JULENE M. ZAKARIAN Julie 125 Mary Avenue Seek not to be rich but to be happy Quiet but not silent . . . humor follows close behind. Class Council 4; F.N.A. 3, 4; Junior Red Cross 3; Girls' Sports Club 2, 3; Mas- quers 4; Senex 4 50 VIRGINIA A. ZAYAS Ginny 5 Southard Court A kind heart with room for every joy Petite and pleasant . . . destined for teaching. Band 3, Secretary 4; F.N.A. 3, 4; F.T.A. 4; Girls' Sports Club 4 JOSEPH S. ZIELSKI Joe 273 Franklin Avenue So of cheerfulness, or a good temper, the more it is spent, the more or it remains Suave and sophisticated . . . Jack Rab- bit dribbler. Baseball 2, 3, 4; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Class Council 3; Boys' Sports Club 3, 4; Intramural Baseball 3, 4; Intramural Basketball 3, 4; Intramural Football 4; Varsity Lettermen's Club 4 IN MEMORIAM FRANCIS VERSTEEG Frank We shall meet, but we shall miss him, there will be one vacant chair The senior hots which we wore everywhere 52 Those winning touchdowns against Bunnell WE REMEMBER ... Jan and Mike and the dreaminess of the Christmas Formal The Alma Mater — finale for another assembly The traditional spoon 53 In the progress of our reflections, we salute you who follow in our footsteps — the underclassmen of Stratford High. We were once of your number and we remember how impatiently we sought the moment of our emergence into a world of independence. We know that you, too, eagerly strain ahead. In your haste, however, do not forget that yours are working years, the years of accomplish- ment, which will be totaled as ours have been. We of the senior class wish you the blessing of wisdom in the creation of your own future reflections. tA 4- Ted Carpenter- President Patricia Decker Vice President Sandcp Walytok Secretary WHAT WE ARE TO BE WE CLASS OF 1963 Full of enthusiasm and school spirit, the Juniors have had a superlative year. They have chosen their motto, received their class rings, and selected their colors of light and dark blue. Only one step behind us, the Juniors have taken on many of the responsi- bilities of the upperclassman. From all indi- cations, next year's Seniors will reflect all our fairest hopes. Good luck from '62 to '63! The president speaks 56 ARE NOW BECOMING MR. THOMAS KEKACS Junior Class Advisor JUNIOR COUNCIL Front Row: Ted Carpenter, President; Loretta May, Treasurer; Sandra Shiroky; Gail Langston; Sandra Walytok, Secretary. Row 2: Hugh Hutchinson; David Clayborne; John Goodsell; Russell Wise; Patricia Decker. Missing from picture: Ann Staley; Janet Baker; Gerald Motta; Dennis May. Bottom Row: P. Allen; M.. Auten; S. Berge; J. Best; J. Baker; Y. Brown; A. Atkins; K. Bayus. Row 2: G. Allen; D. Allen; C. Arden; P. Caron; D. Brown; C. Brogan; K. Schuster. Row 3: W. Athan; P. Arcotta; D. Bittner; D. Ashley; R, Calzone; A. Bushinsky; T. Carpenter; G. Battone. Row 4: H. Beers; L. Banks; T. Carpenter; W. Brown. Missing from picture: R. Altieri. Mr. Dimenno Advisor. HOMEROOM 123 Bottom Row: J. Eisenberg; G. Finnegan; J. Dolyak; J. Eaton; C. Derrah; P. Franci. Row 2: G. Dow; L. Dzubin; N. Dubee; C. D'Eramo; M. Garafola; B. Dombrowski; S. Casey. Row 3: J. Hill; C. Flaws; J. Heck; E. Havan; D. Townley; L. Garrett; R. Ventulett. Row 4: V. Gomez; P. Hart; D. Hansen; L. Griffin; J. Goodsell; R. Hessels; R. Silhavey. Missing from picture: C. Dinan. Miss Flanagan, Advisor. 58 PERFECTING PURPOSEFUL PLANS HOMEROOM 202 me If; L. Gibson; P. Hoag; Mrs. Benson, Advisor. Row 3: D. Howard; D. Johnson; R. Jelenik; D. Jack; P. lannuzzi; W. Hrab- siockr H. Hutchison; A. Hricisko; D. Kelly. Jakov nto; P. Imbronjf. Glad; K. Hornyak; N. Goli b; B. Grace; E. Hansen; P. Goglin. Row C ci|islti; P. Harty $. Gorlo; L. Kistner; S. Hqva- HOMEROOM 205 Bottor Row: R. Ledger; C. Janowski; M. Katona; C. Jennings; B. Judd; S. Kellogg; P. Klaff; W. Levy. Row 2: J. Leonard; M. Lyons; L. Merrill; M. Kryzanski; N. Malarky; I. Kryzanski; G. Lesko. Row 3: R. Leone; L. Latta; J. Langston; H. Lindsay; J. Lecardo. Missing from picture: G. Langston; A. Mack; W. Mara- zoff; C. Werner; E. Lesko. Mr. Currie, Advisor. 59 5 HOMEROOM cafe Bottom Row: D. Day; L. Conant; D. Daconto; M. Cusick; P. Buddington; P. Colby; J. Chapman. Row 2: P. %Decker; M. Carten; R. Carter; M. Caliendo; C. Charak; P. Chervenak; J. Perraolt. Row 3: R. Duprey; C. Devivo; E. Degnan; N. Didio; J. Crosby; T. Evans; J. Dillon. Row 4: J. Duda; J. Durkin; F. Fahy; C. Dunna; R. Dolyak; R. Chylinski; D. Clayborne; J. Coletti. Mr. Fiorito, Advisor. SCINTILLATING SCHOOL HOMEROOM 234 Bottom Row: B. Vertucci; P. Whitcher; M. Werner; B. White; L. Vetre; K. Williams; M. Vincelette; S. Walytok. Row 2: A. Vogel; A. Wellner; S. Woolard; E. McKane; C. Varga; C. Zamoida; L. Van Wart. Row 3: G. Garnish; E. Voytek; P. Vojtek; J. Welsh; P. Wojcicki. Row 4: J. Wiebe; W. White; G. Budnick; W. Turechek; T. Waxman. Mr. Simmons, Advisor. HOMEROOM 233 Bottom Row: P. Tanguay; R. Swimmer; B. Starrett; J. Suffoletta; Stevens; A. Stack; M. Puk; S. Sinko; G. Speer. Row 3: R. M. Schipul; P. Tenney; A. Staley; E. Williams; Mrs. Sass, Advisor. Koundry; J. Squezello; F. Thyberg; D. Santossio; D. Shaw; E. Row 2: B. Plavcan; S. Thomas; M. Stewart; C. Simmonds; J. Slavis; W. Sumner. HOMEROOM 232 Bottom Row: C. Russo; F. Shepherd; R. Senie; D. Quiriconi; A. Rizzo; D. Coglin; C. Porter; K. Stafford; J. Romalho. Row 3: Czukowski; M. Perkins; L. Roy; M. Salvaggio; B. Pruitt; G. Ro- C. Rizzo; R. Sadowski; J. Rusnak; M. Robichaud. Mrs. Lawson, berge; W. Sammis; Kenneth Popp. Row 2: G. Romano; M. Advisor. Santos; V. Sheridan; E. Giblin; C. Pavlucik; C. Recupido; P. 61 HOMEROOM 223 Bottom Row: P. Monente; R. Mertin; S. Newcombe; E. Morgoit; R. Mezzo; C. Myer; L May; J. Pasuik; C. Nemergut. Row 2: T. Penders; J. Noonan; K. Miller; P. Malone; N. Moore; E. Malmberg; G. Motto; C. Miller. Row 3: J. Petrosky; R. Novak; M. Melito; M. Moher; R. Ouellet. Miss Burns, Advisor. HOMEROOM 230 Bottom Row: E. Hunter; L. Roberts; R. Lee; E. Kirkland. Row 2: R. Moscovics; R. Sorensen; C. Gloersen; R. Schow. Row 3: R. Twyne; W. Kalakay; Mr. 62 Glover, Advisor; D. May; A. Pulitano. FACES OF FUN Carol Georgette Vice President Sandra Alecks Secretary SOPHOMORES OFFICERS: c o _ p VY MR. WILSIE CURRIE Sophomore Class Advisor Led by their officers with the feminine touch ' our sopho- mores are preparing eagerly for their positions as upperclass- men. Highlights of the year have been the arrival of class pins, the Sophomore Dance, and the full support of our Foreign Ex- change Drive. It will be a member of their class of '64 who will go abroad during his senior year. As 1962 draws to a close, the ordering of class rings confirms sophomore status as upper- classmen in the fall. Althea Schow President 64 Carmella Ciofarri Treasurer SOPHOMORE COUNCIL Front Row: Carol Makrus, Vice President; Carol Georgette; Sandra Alecks, Secretary; Carmella Cioffari, Treasurer. Row 2: Terry Guerra; Arlene Norko; Loretta Rupar; Cheryl Abrogast. Row 3: John Welsh; Sheila Devitt. Missing from picture: Althea Schow, President; Margaret Chunka; Paul Kea- gan; Patricia Tukis; Helen Martin; Chris Kovachi. From September to June, the character- istic freshman zest has added spark to S.H.S. Boisterous and gregarious, the frosh began the year with club joining, elections, and the sale of freshman buttons. The Freshman Forum, headed by the newly elected officers, became an active organization which com- bined with the Sophomore Council to sor the traditional dance in May. A new graduating class has passed its initiation period. OFFICERS: Robert Geer, President; Robert Cockfield, Vice President; Barbara Boynton, Secretary; Chris Fredrickson, Treasurer. MR. FRANK GULIA, Freshman Class Advisor FRESHMAN COUNCIL Front Row: Linda Sorrentino; Leonard DeSabia; Linda White; Joan Borner; Laura Mas- trogiorgio; Andrew Choka. Row 2: Robert Geer, President; Jean Pizzuto; Jill Pizzuto; Jill Johnson; Barbara Boynton, Secretary; Robert Cockfield, Vice President. Missing from picture: Chris Fredrickson, Treasurer. 67 2 'o c ■ Q pv 3_9- utv fc 9fr i Sa c£ £ ' C L 1 A teenager's activities are a reflection of his energy. Strat- ford High School recognizes this wonderful characteristic of the teenage years by offering a variety of clubs and organiza- tions through which these ener- gies may be channeled. A member of one of these meets his fellow student, works toward definite goals and grows in mind and spirit. In addition, he has fun — just as we did. To these activities, which are an in- separable part of our lives, the following pages are devoted. Five finalists await crowning of Holly Queen Student elections, the Record Hop, the Foreign Student Exchange Drive, the Christ- mas Formal, the Buffet, the Variety Show — these are a few of the many activities of the Student Council. The reflection of our democratic system is seen at Council meet- ings where students can express their views and are able to carry out their ideas. Under the guidance of Mr. Jezierney and the lea- dership of its Madame President, the Stu- dent Council has exceeded itself in an am- bitious year. Tom Penders eagerly awaits the opportunity to present flowers to Marcelle Gumbus, Holly Queen, and Sandy Suich, Maid of Honor. Have you checked these figures, Alice? STUDENT COUNCIL 70 OFFICERS: Marcelle Gumbus, President; Thomas Penders, Vice President; Joyce Lounsbury, Secretary; Alice Elliott, Treasurer. Student Council delegates Janice Slavis and Sabra Benson relax momentarily while Mr. Caseria helps himself at Student-Faculty Buffet. Bottom Row: B. Miller; R. Cimino; G. Peloso; D. Butler; S. Benson; M. Gumbus, President; T. Penders, Vice President; J. Lounsbury, Secretary; A. Elliott, Treasurer; N. Corvino; J. Slavis; D. Urban. Row 2: W. Brown; P. Decker; P. Whitcher; J. Noblin; W. Holmes; S. Kuck; R. Hogan; G. Hester; V. Errico; J. Nothnagle; S. Noble; S. Passanante. Row 3: S. Stack; P. Makraus; B. Barber; S. Alecks; W. Hanson; E. Abrahamson; E. Smallwood; S. Lance; E. Stack; S. Berge C. D'Eramo; R. Swimmer. Row 4: M. Alston; A. Schow;T. DeSabia J. Cholko; N. Ziza; D. Masso; N. Petrella; S. Uliano; M. Adiletta M. Rackiewicz; J. Hogan; S. Popadic; N. Geer. Missing from pic ture: M. Jones; K. Hornyak; S. Shiroky; N. Malarky; E. Malmberg G. Kane; D. May; Mr. Jezierney, Advisor. 71 NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY The promotion of high scholastic achievement is an attribute of the National Honor Society. Its aim is to carry on the traditions of its members: character, scholarship, leadership and service. Awards in June are the culmination of hard work well done! Bottom Row: Kathleen Skidmore, Secretary; William Boynton, President; Suzanne Mitnik, Treasurer; Ruth Woodford, Vice President. Row 2: Margaret Lipko; Suzanne Erbter; Sandra Suich; James Langan; Judith Nothnagle; Jutta Klein; Pa- tricia Lasande. Mrs. Pitt, Advisor. Nancy Corvino; Veronica Galik; Mari- lyn Jones; Sharon Noble; Alexander Kerr; Sandra Passanante; John Kelly; Janice Slavis; Joyce Lounsbury; Mar- celle Gumbus; Marlene Bene; Lea Ann Beer; Roberta Wojcicki; Linda Stein. NEW MEMBERS To the Ushers' Guild we owe all those comforts which make Stratford High's public func- tions more enjoyable. They cheerfully guide lost parents on the night of open house, they collect tickets and check coats, and they also usher! No social affair would be completis with- out these charming helpx USHERS' GUILD SENEX Senex is a society providing recognition for those seniors who have achieved scholastic prominence. Its activities are directed toward furthering the cause of learning by raising funds for scholarships. Quali- fying marks are the keys for entrance. OFFICERS: Judith Nothnagle, Presi- dent; Elaine Malmburg, Vice President; Virginia Errico, Secretary; Karen Johnson, Treasurer. Miss Paris, Ad- visor. . y?r£J OFFICERS: Frank DelVecchio, President; William Levy, Vice President; Jutta Klein, Secretary; James Langan, Treasurer. Mr. Fox, Advisor. OFFICERS: Ruth Chapin, President; Kathleen Adamchak, Vice President; Patricia Gizinski, Secretary; Estelle Tellier, Treasurer. Miss Stork, Advisor. DEBATING An outlet for those who can think fast on their feet is our Debating Club. This group is a part of Fairfield County's De- bating League and from No- vember to March, debates are conducted once a week. The subject — one of national in- terest. LIBRARY CLUB The operation of an efficient library entails many tasks, such as cataloguing and shelving books, as well as checking them in and out. In the performance of these, Miss Stork is ably as- sisted by the members of the Library Club. Orderly sur- roundings are conducive to productive study. Bottom Row: J. Langdon; R. Schi- pul. Row 2: R. Gibson; B. Haug; J. Hyslop; D. Butler; Mr. Robitaille, Advisor. Missing from picture: R. Gorman; D. Milewski; R. Carroll. CHESS CLUB Stratford High School is fortunate in its Chess Club. Its members have been victorious over some of the best in the Fairfield County area. Participants in- dulge in a battle of wits on a silent field. 75 SERVICE CORPS Some of the duties of the Service Corps include aiding the attendance officer, run- ning errands, and filling in wherever needed. These stu- dents' free periods are spent in helpful service. Bottom Row: D. Quiriconi; D. Lager- feldt; M. Rackiewicz,- G. Kane; T. Pisano; L. Mitchell; V. Wallat; J. Gaynor. Row 2: C. Cejkovsky; C. Oleyar; M. Garafola; G. Roberge; B. Derrah; C. D'Eramo; P. Hoag; C. Recupido. 4 Roman civilization, Ro- man culture and the Latin language are reflected in ours. Latin Club stimulates its members to advance their knowledge and ap- preciation of our gifts from the past. Crescit eundo. OFFICERS: Cecilia Recupido, President; John Welsh, Vice President; David Clayborne, Sec- retary; Maxine Puk, Treasurer. Mrs. Welborne, Advisor. LATIN CLUB 76 sh, Treasl OFFICERS: Wi|lion S reiary; TJilresa e-President; Deborah Hallstrom, ro kncM you is experienced by the members eWJ tr'P to ew ork le°ds to arroz con pop®” 'ana a BDanisiDfmov|$. What a thrill accompanies the com- pletion of the veqy fir$T pmgta ! . % •jT JyJr r PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB The Photography Club start- ed as a group experimenting with a hobby. It is now one of Stratford High's most valuable assets. School publications can always depend upon a plea- sant smile and willing coopera- tion whenever that special picture is needed fast. School activities are reflected in a flash bulb. Bottom Row: R. Kardos; J. Welsh; D. Paz; R. Fredenburgh. Row 2: D. Howard; R. Jelenik; G. Motta; A. Hricisko; P. Wojcicki. Mr. Dimenno, Advisor. 77 OFFICERS: Dorothy Urban, President; Doris Lagerfeldt, Vice President; Pamela Hart, Secretary; Linda White, Treasurer. Miss Peck, Advisor. PREPARING FOR PROFESSIONS OFFICERS: Kathleen Harri- gan. President; Kathleen Hornyak, Vice President; San- dra Shiroky, Secretary; Mari- ann Hajus, Treasurer. Mrs. June, Advisor. These clubs are composed of young people who are joined in a common effort — a career for the future. They are teachers, nurses and business women in the making, all dedicated to their chosen fields, learning through observation and participation. Their strengths rep- resent America's future in the pro- fessions. OFFICERS: Madeline Buccieri, President; Holly Schaefer, Vice President; Maria Diaz, Secretary; Mary Ann Vojtek, Treasurer; Nancy Corvino, Reporter. Mrs. Preston, Advisor. Left to Right: Laurell Dunna; Joannie LaClair; Kathy Schuster; Carol Janowski; Robin Corcoran; Joan Lesko; Sandy Gorlo; Pat Macura; Valerie Sheridan; Mario Warner: Lucia de Nicolo. FLAG TWIRLERS Left to Right: Ingrid Cawthra; Jane Perreault; Ronie Linett; Judy Carpenter; Judy Spataro; Sheila Devitt; Barbara Pruitt. 80 Sabra Benson President Lester Garrett Vice President Virginia Zayas Secretary Lisa Benson Treasurer 81 Our snappy marching unit, under Mr. Mac's direction, has earned highest ad- miration. The addition of the new flag twirling squad brightened our football games with crimson and gold swirls of color. The baton twirlers joined with the band in lifting our spirits ever up- ward. The bands of Stratford and Bun- nell combined in concert and a melo- dious season closed with the Stratford High annual Music Festival. OFFICERS: Frank DelVecchio, Presi- dent; Robert Cornish, Vice President; Varolita Unman, Recording Secretary; Betty Frattaroli, Corresponding Secre- tary; Sharon Noble, Treasurer; Miss Bridenbaugh, Advisor. Practice that third measure on page two. Watch your tempo — not too fast, and your pitch — you're a little flat. After what seem like endless reheai formance time arrives, strains of music, the hours of prai GIRLS A CAPPELLA CHOIR Tire talent M our future aafors and stage inggep Vns encopraae by Masquers. The inceror sdlfrej esjkm, through dramatics, s affordedLto jke kj members jn three 2-acr praysjrgive'o durjmg tlpe tHbr. The ccxy£isjtin ' of seniors who XJPW]ts Thtou Uacting, di- fppocting in ph-amaticAvorks, pre- set ofay at t£ie Yale Drama Fes- Aasr ) J onordr: ave dc ectirMjj, ( entity )a CLARION STAFF A journalistic career might well be inaugurated under Mr. Simmons in Room 234, the Clarion headquarters. The presen- tation of news as its happens at S.H.S. runs the same gamut as in the city newspaper. Similar problems are met and solved by a student staff. MRS. SPENCER Orderly confusion Log Advisor The Clarion Published monthly by the Students of STRATFORD HIGH SCHOOL Members of Columbia Scholastic Press Association Quill and Scroll Editor-in-Chief ........... Roberta Wojcicki Business ........................ Sally Lantz Art Staff ............ Judy Best, Sabra Benson Feature Editors ..... Betty Frattaroli, Cecelia Recupido, Lena Gibson Sports Editor....................Debbie Seaman Reporters ............................... Patty Butler, Carol D’Eramo, Irene Kryzanski, Ann Staley, Karen Ludwig, Pete Wojcicki, John Vafys, Carolita Unman, Doreen Quiricom. Faculty Advisor .......... Mr. John Simmons We're helping her, Mr. Simmons. LOG STAFF ART: Lisa Benson; Jan Slavis, Editor; Pete Terasowich, Ted Carpenter, Sally Woolard. EDITORIAL: Ruth Woodford; Sue Mitnik; Kathy Skidmore, Assistant Editor; Linda Stein, Edi- tor; Judy Nothnagle. SPORTS Richard Marino John Valys John Novak Editor BUSINESS: J udy Nothnagle, Manager; Walter Holmes; Lea Ann Beer. Row 2: Sheila Agresta; Nancy Corvino. Row 3: Marlene Bene; Madeline Buccieri; Sharon Noble. Missing from picture: Sue Kuck; Violet D'Amico. The Log staff has worked through deadlines, tensions and handicaps. It has waded through copy, photo- graphs, layouts and advertisements. It is not surprising that the word reflections will always have spe- cial significance for both staff and advisors. 85 Our Steno Pool gains practical experience by furnishing a service for both students and faculty. If it7s material to be typed, dittoed, or mimeo- graphed, just put it in the basket and call for it later. Satisfaction on both sides is guaranteed. AUDIO VISUAL AIDS Bottom Row: M. Englehardt; C. Simmonds, Vice President; A. Wellner, Secretary-Treasurer; N. Englehardt; Cherlyne Beard. Row 2: Mr. Tuller, Advisor; D. Burger; P. Brown; R. Moscovics; J. Gray. Row 3: W. Koenig; R. Schipul; L. Banks; J. Verderosa, President; K. Walker. AUDIO VISUAL AIDS If an English class needs a tape recorder. Audio Visual Aids furnishes it. If a social studies class needs a projector. Audio Visual Aids is called. Dramatic productions use sound effects and assemblies use microphones, and both use the vital services of A.V.A. How come we gotta wear these baggy clothes? Act I, Scene 1: James Street Settlement House SENIOR PLAY Dino, the story of a rebellious teenager, ably presented by the Class of '62. DINO Directed by Miss Jane Bridenbaugh The Characters (in order of appearance) Jackie ....................... Mary Jane Miller Danny ........................ Frank DelVecchio Steve ............................ Morris Alston Della Carolita Unman «Pat Sylvia Mrs. Mikula Shirley Mr. Mandel Mr. Sheridan Miss Haines Dino Bea Mrs. Fa Icaro Tony Falcaro 1st Girl 2nd Girl Mr. Falcaro Karen Ludwig Roberta Wojcicki Janice Slavis Sandra Suich John Novak David Butler Judy Nothnagle George Greenwood Marcelle Gumbus Dorothy Urban Richard Marino Judy Carpenter Suzi Steele Mike Mancini Teenagers and Extras: Chet Galemba, Richard Williamson, Bill Boynton, Bill Skirkanich, Bill Jackson, Suzi Steele, Lisa Benson, Pat Buddington. Sandy studies her lines From September to June, Strat- ford's diversified sports' program is vigorously shared by all. Those who do not participate directly, cheer at Pep Assemblies or attend as au- dience. Our team representatives reflect pride in school and loyalty to the principles of competition. The enthusiasm of our student body re- flects unified support of those who represent them in games and meets. The comprehensive term for all these fine emotions is Stratford School Spirit. The 1962 A. A. Council tri- umphantly continued a tradi- tion of vigor, activity, and team support. Seniors again won the banner in the sale of SCAT tickets, the annual opener of the A.A. season. The rallying of school spirit behind all sporting events was accomplished in many ways, from the sale of shakers to the Thanksgiving Dance. A. A. OFFICERS: Joyce Kuhn, Secretary; Charles Rizzo, Vice President; Howard Ropa, President; Patricia Butler, Treasurer. VvvAfvV 91 JUNIOR AND SENIOR GIRLS I Carolyn Watts, President; Sandra Walytok, Vice Presi- dent; Lea Ann Beer, Secretary; Marge Lipko, Treasurer. GIRLS' SPORTS CLUB FRESHMEN AND SOPHOMORE GIRLS The girls and boys in Sports Clubs develop individual skills cooperatively, earning points for numerals and letters. In addition, it is they who sponsor the cheerleaders and the May Queen ceremony. Active is the adjec- S3 NavjK sweatshirt: leaders, uys is a 6e (♦ ad e r s htp HTfi tv. i Bottom Row: D. Urban; E. Hess; L. Spencer; D. Hughes; L. Beers; Mrs. Malone, Advisor. Row 2: J. Klein; A. Peebles; J. Kuhn; S. Passanante; B. Frattaroli; K. Har- rigan. Row 3: A. Moran; M. Gumbus; K. Skidmore; S.| Erbter; J. Hunt; M. Diaz; T. Goings. Missing fro ture: C. Watts; L. Benson; S. Benson,vL Gab j§Jtb; C. Gagliardi; J. Slavis; E. Gray; V.vLaslobdeJO Yass.ak. BOYS' SPORT red badges signify Mrs. Malone's senior oup which embodies true athletic and an easy task to qualify for Leaders' rbte a capacity to transmit the knowl- over three previous years to others in Stratford's football strength has grown in po- tential during 1962. Mo Allston and Gene Hester have been two outstanding members contributed to the all MBIAC team and the team, as a whole, is to be commended for defeating Bunnell, our ardent rival, as well as turning in two good games against the formidable Fairfield Prep and Notre Dame. There will be a large gap to fill next Sep- tember; however, those players remaining have already indicated that SHS will be a real threat to next year's opponents. VARSITY Bottom Row: W. Miller; W. Chiarenzelli; J. Novak; M. Alston; D. Andriso, Co-captain; R. Novak; H. Ropa. Row 2: Assistant Coach, Walter Dunbar; W. Jackson; F. Hutchins; R. Fuller, Captain; E. Hester; Coach, Pat Caseria. SCORES Stratford Opponent Bunnell 22 6 Jonathan Law 34 6 Central 6 28 Bassick 8 26 Fairfield Prep 6 18 Harding 6 36 Bullard Havens 44 6 Notre Dame 8 14 Milford 12 14 FOOTBALL Bottom Row: R. Ripley; R. Cockfield; T. Somers; C. Dunna; R. Novak; J. Noonan; K. McAllister G. Blaze; J. France. Row 2: M. Alston; J. Frattaroli; C. Galemba; J. Delvecchio; G. Quiriconi J. Rusnak; R. Williamson; F. Hutchins; P. Wojcicki. Row 3: W. Vincelette; M. Mancini; J. Novak W. Jackson; W. Chiarenzelli; H. Ropa; R. Fuller; D. Andriso; E. Hester; S. Sawicki; W. Miller P. Keegan; Coach Caseria; A. Bushinsky. Co-Captain, Robert Fuller Bill Chiarenzelli Co-Captain, David Andriso OUR SATURDAY HEROES John Novak J. V. FOOTBALL Bottom Row: Richard Cockfield; John Delvecchio; Tom Somers; James France; Jerry Quiriconi; Gregory Blaze; Joe Rusnak; Bill Lichtenberger; Bruce Ratcliff. Row 2: Joe Frattaroli; Paul Keegan; Pete Wojcicki; Ken McAllister; Jimmy Noonan; Tom Ripley; Rick Pasco; Bob Novak; Greg Andzulis; Rick Calzone. Mr. Larry Loughner, Coach. Within the J.V. teams are to- morrow's football and basketball heroes. The fine records of these teams in 1961 and 1962 promise many victories for next year's Var- sity. If they can't beat 'em, nobody J. V. BASKETBALL Bottom Row: Domingo Paul; Robert Cockfield; Paul Keegan; Leonard Griffin; Peter Wojcicki; Joseph Paul. Row 2: Pat Pensiero; Richard Schipul; Greg Ward; Walter Brown; Butch Leone; Dick Koundry; William Hanson. Missing from picture: Mr. James Graham, Coach. 97 SCORES Stratford Opponent Milford 57 43 Bassick 48 62 Bullard Havens 50 33 Fairfield Prep 50 61 Alumni 59 61 Jonathan Law 71 52 Bunnell 47 54 Notre Dame 45 48 Central 57 51 Harding 61 73 Fairfield Prep 51 52 Milford 44 35 Bassick 45 44 Bullard Havens . 55 42 Jonathan Law 36 58 Bunnell 47 45 Notre Dame 62 56 Central 79 69 Harding 54 53 98 Bottom Row: James Ring; John Ramalho; John Raslavsky, Captain; Joseph Zielski, Captain; Tom Penders; Terry Miller. Row 2: James Noonan; Robert Cockfield; James Mitchell; Robert Leone. Missing from picture: Mr. Gene Fitzsimmons, Coach. Coach Fitzsimmons led our 1962 basketball team to a leading spot in MBIAC. Last year's records were beaten and the top teams in C1AC, Harding, Bassick, Notre Dame and Bunnell went down in defeat before strongmen Penders, Zielski, Miller and Raslavsky. Stratford's basketball stars can reflect on a satisfying season. VARSITY BASKETBALL 99 SCORES Stratford Opponent Central 73 14 Bunnell 65 22 Bullard Havens 70 17 Bassick 70 17 Jonathan Law 67 20 Milford 71 16 Notre Dame 62 16 Harding 75 11 Fairfield Prep 70 11 Trumbull 64 10 Hillhouse 73 14 Norwalk 70 17 B.McMann 70 15 in the water and on the land, let's give Stratford a great big hand was the victory cheer for our SHS swimmers. Coach Shenkin's champions triumphed again, taking MBIAC for the seventh year. Co-cap- tains Boynton and Williamson emphasized morale and sportsmanship. The major event highlighted Rodrigues for Bunnell and Rosnick for Stratford. Stratford came through in the 100-yard breast. Other outstanding mermen were Metzger, McAuliffe and Young, with sophomore LeFleur playing a big part. Our spirit was high, the smiles were many, but sweat and hard work were prominent. Good luck to all remaining swimmers in the coming year! Fond memories of Stratford in our hearts will lie, As fourteen seniors say good-bye. ■0 Stratford bowlers, coached by Mr. Flagg, captained by Babcock and managed by Miller, came through this year in fifth place. The enthusiasm of team mem- bers resulted in higher individual scores, giving bowling a firm place on our list of challenging team sports. BOWLING TEAM Thomas Baker; William Babcock; Stanley Sawicki; Duaine Golash. VARSITY LETTERMEN Bottom Row: J. Novak; W. Miller; E. Hester; D. Hoffman; W. Chiaren- zelli; R. Fuller; W. Jackson; R. Williamson. Row 2: T. Penders; J. Good- sell; S. Rosnick; J. Zielski; W. Skirkanich; D. Young; T. Metzger; M. Mancini; F. Hutchins. Row 3: R. Marino; J. Fedorko; J. Rusnak; R. Novak; C. Rizzo; J. Noonan; F. Pasco; C. Galemba. 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We never knew we'd miss them so. The formals and the hops. Each one was really tops. Oh how we hate to see them go. But as we walk the road that leads to other things we must forget some memories. The games we almost won, The heartaches and the fun. All these are in our memories. Our Junior ring affair. The hats we always wear. To show our pride and loyalty. And as we march together forward hand in hand towards an unknown land we must repeat. Though we will all grow old. The crimson and the gold. Will always touch our ageless hearts. The alma mater we. Would always sing off key. Will surely cause a tear to start. So though we find our Senior year has ended fast we won't forget the past but always keep. Memories of Stratford High and. As in years gone by. There's one request we'd like to ask. You underclassmen take. And work and slave to make. Each next year better than the last. So though we leave, our spirit here will still remain and may it always reign at Stratford High. THE CLASS OF 1962 Best of Luck and Success to the CLASS of 1962 FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS OF AMERICA May the Future Graduating Class of STRATFORD HIGH Uphold Our Motto - Character, Scholarship, Leadership, and Service NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY Good Luck to the Class of '62 from THIRTY-TWO PAIRS OF RED SNEAKERS USHERS' GUILD Compliments of FUTURE TEACHERS' ASSOCIATION The Best of Happiness and Success to the CLASS of 1962 THE STUDENT COUNCIL 110 Compliments of THE CLASS OF 1964 Compliments THE CLASS OF Compliments of FLAG TWIRLERS Compliments of A FRIEND 111 INDEX A Cappella ......................... 82 Activities .......................... 68-87 Administration ....................... 6-7 Advertising ....................... 103 Athletic Association................. 90-91 Audio Visual Aids 86 Band ................................ 80-81 Basketball........................... 98-99 Bowling ......................... 102 Boys' Sports Club .................. 93 Cheerleaders 91 Chess Club ......................... 75 Clarion Staff ...................... 84 Debating Club ...................... 74 Faculty .............................. 9-20 Flag Twirlers ...................... 80 Football 94-96 Foreword ............................ 5 Freshmen ............................ 66-67 Future Business Leaders ......... 79 Future Nurses Club .............. 78 Future Teachers 78 General Staff ...................... 21 Girls' Chorus 82 Girls' Sports Club 92 Guidance ............................ 8 Junior Homerooms 58-63 Juniors ............................ 56-63 J. V. Basketball ................... 97 J. V. Football ..................... 97 Latin Club ......................... 76 Leaders' Club ...................... 93 Library Club 74 Log Staff .......................... 85 Masquers ........................... 83 National Honor Society ............. 72 Photography Club ................... 77 Recognition ........................ 14 Senex .............................. 73 Seniors ............................ 22-53 Senior Officers 24-25 Senior Play ...................... 87 Service Corp ....................... 76 Sophomores ......................... 64-65 Spanish Club ....................... 77 Sports 88-102 Steno Pool ......................... 86 Student Council .................... 70-71 Swimming ......................... 100-101 Table of Contents ................... 3 Twirlers ........................... 80 Underclassmen ...................... 54-67 Ushers' Guild ...................... 73 Varsity Lettermen ................. 102 The Log Staff wishes to acknowledge its indebtedness and extends its thanks to the following people: its patrons and advertisers for their financial support; Mr. Jack Brown, of T. 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